College Football Playoff Predictions for the Year 2025 Preseason
The 2025 college football season is underway, and with it comes a significant change in the College Football Playoff (CFP) format. The CFP will now consist of 12 teams, marking a shift from the previous four-team bracket.
In this expanded field, Michigan is set to host the first round of the playoffs, making it the last first round host from the original format. Meanwhile, Ohio State is predicted to host a playoff game for the second year in a row.
The semifinals are set to feature some exciting matchups. Penn State is predicted to face Ohio State, while Clemson is set to square off against Texas. In the other half of the bracket, Clemson's rivalry with South Carolina could be rekindled, with the Gamecocks predicted to make it to the playoffs this year. Boise State, a non-Power Four team, is also predicted to make it to the playoffs, adding an interesting dynamic to the tournament.
Clemson, led by veteran quarterback Cade Klubnik, is predicted to have a strong season. However, the Tigers are not the only team with high expectations. Penn State, riding on the shoulders of predicted starting quarterback Bryce Underwood, is tipped to be the top team in the playoffs.
Notre Dame, breaking in a new quarterback this season, has a big question mark hanging over their team. Georgia, who struggled offensively due to the loss of Carson Beck, is also predicted to face challenges this season.
Texas Tech, on the other hand, is predicted to win the Big 12, with returning quarterback Behren Morton leading the charge. Texas, ranked No. 1 to begin the season, is not predicted to win the playoff, despite their strong start.
The CFP National Championship prediction sees Penn State facing off against Clemson. South Carolina, trending in the right direction under Shane Beamer, is predicted to nearly make it to the championship game, but just miss out on the title.
As for the 2025 CFP champion, there are currently no publicly available or credible predictions from the provided German sources. The college football season promises to be an exciting one, with these predictions serving as a starting point for fans and analysts alike.
One thing is for certain, the 2025 College Football Playoff is shaping up to be a thrilling tournament, filled with surprises and nail-biting finishes. Stay tuned for more updates as the season unfolds.
