Not every program is equal.

One of the most highly-regarded tight end prospects in the 2027 college football recruiting class is getting serious interest from three major programs.

The opening weeks of the college football offseason see a flurry of transfers and NFL departures in addition to seniors moving on.

No changes are coming to the CFP format in 2026 with the bracket remaining at 12 teams, fresh off Indiana's unprecedented run to an unbeaten season and national championship. Could Curt Cignetti and the Hoosiers repeat that level of heightened success next season?

It's never too early to look ahead — especially now that the transfer portal has closed, giving us a clear view of the top rosters entering college football's 2026 season. Surprise, blue-blood programs like Notre Dame, Ohio State and Texas sit atop the way-too-early College Football Playoff picture.

The book on the 2025 college football season closed with Indiana's win. So it's time to forecast next year's top contenders with our way-too-early top 25.