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Schedule superlatives: The toughest, easiest and most interesting matchups of 2025

We break down which teams face the biggest challenges and which have the easiest roads ahead.

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QUARTERBACK TALK

Why Sam Acho isn't worried about Notre Dame's uncertainty at QB

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How will DJ Lagway's health impact the Gators' chances this season?

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LATEST LOOK AT RECRUITING

2026 recruiting class rankings: Texas Tech's big moves land it in the top 25

As more of the best recruits commit, here's how the top classes stack up.

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COACH PRIME'S BIGGEST WIN

Deion Sanders' emotions, honesty about cancer a victory to start college football season

Colorado coach shows earnestness in revealing he's cancer-free after surgery to remove his bladder

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POISED TO MAKE NOISE

11 college football teams ready to either build on last season or put it behind them

FSU has nowhere to go but up, Michigan can get way better and Arizona State is building on its CFP berth. Which other teams are primed for bigger things in 2025?

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