Let the madness begin with this 64-team college football bracket
ESPN's preseason FPI provides the field, then we line up the games and predict how they would play out.
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9-4, 2nd in SEC - West
The best basketball player on each Top 25 football team
Notre Dame's Chase Claypool has the size, hops and hands to excel on the court. Which other players -- and one championship-winning coach -- join him?
The most dynamic game-breaker on each Top 25 team
Who will be the most electric players for the nation's top teams this season? Clemson and Alabama have an embarrassment of riches on offense, but they're not the only ones.
How Nick Saban and his former assistants dominate recruiting
Not only did Nick Saban secure another top recruiting class for Alabama, but his former assistants did the same in their current jobs.
College football spring practice: Players we're most excited to watch
From QBs like Washington's Jacob Eason to top recruits like Oregon's Kayvon Thibodeaux, these are the players on top 25 teams we're excited for this spring.
Former A&M quarterback Starkel picks Arkansas
Nick Starkel, who made five starts as a redshirt freshman in 2017 and served as the backup to Kellen Mond for the Aggies in 2018, will join the Razorbacks this summer as a graduate transfer.
Texas A&M 2019 spring football preview: Jimbo looks to Year 2
This time last year, the Aggies were still buzzing about their high-profile new coach. And after an impressive debut season for Jimbo Fisher, they're looking for more.
Dane Beavers ESPN.com
Texas A&M's Erik McCoy is the fastest offensive lineman at the NFL combine. McCoy, ranked as the No. 4 center in the 2019 draft by ESPN's Mel Kiper Jr., ran the 40-yard dash in 4.89 seconds here in Indianapolis, edging out Boston College's Chris Lindstrom (4.91) and NC State's Garrett Bradbury (4.92). Washington State tackle Andre Dillard, who Kiper has ranked as a first-round prospect, ran a 4.96.
Jeff Legwold ESPN Senior Writer
And as the offensive linemen finished their 40-yard dashes Friday morning, three more checked in with a sub-5.0 clocking in the 40-yard dash -- Texas A&M's Erik McCoy (4.82, unofficial), Boston College's Chris Lindstrom (4.88, unofficial) and Weber State's Iosua Opeta (4.94, unofficial). Five linemen ran sub-5.0 Friday.
The next Le'Veon Bell? Ranking most complete RBs in 2019 NFL draft
NFL teams can find good running backs in the draft -- at a fraction of what Bell will cost in free agency. These are the names you should know.
Lawrence leads Clemson to top of QB Future Power Rankings
We break down which programs have the best outlook at quarterback over the next three seasons.
How Top 25 teams addressed needs on signing day
National championship contenders don't rebuild, they reload. Check out how each Top 25 team has used recruiting and the transfer market to replenish talent this offseason.
What does offseason momentum mean in CFB?
Texas A&M, Nebraska and Texas ended 2018 on the upswing. Can they keep it going in the right direction in 2019?
Sam Khan Jr. ESPN Staff Writer
Texas A&M has quickly filled its offensive line coach vacancy by hiring Josh Henson from Oklahoma State's staff, according to a source. Henson and Jimbo Fisher crossed paths at LSU in the mid-2000s. Henson replaces Jim Turner, who left to join Zac Taylor's staff with the Cincinnati Bengals.
Aggies carrying momentum into 2019 (3:25)
Five non-CFP teams on their way there
Based on recruiting efforts and current roster depth, these teams could challenge Alabama's and Clemson's playoff dominance sooner rather than later.
Biggest reason for optimism for each Top 25 team
Think the Sooners are happy to see Jalen Hurts? Here's why the nation's top programs should be feeling good heading into 2019.
Breaking down SEC recruiting classes
The SEC is the undisputed leader in the 2019 recruiting cycle, boasting the top three teams in the class rankings and having 13 of its 14 teams ranked in the top 50.
Ten teams off to fast starts for the 2020 class
Much of the 2019 recruiting class has already signed, which means coaches are directing their attention to the Class of 2020. Here are 10 programs that have already made progress with the junior class.
Biggest concern for each Top 25 team
When will Justin Fields debut at QB for Ohio State? How much turnover can Alabama handle? All of the Top 25 teams have issues to be resolved.
Texas A&M backup QB Starkel looking to transfer
With two years of eligibility left, former Texas A&M starting quarterback Nick Starkel announced Tuesday he's looking to leave the school as a graduate transfer.
Texas, A&M presidents support renewing rivalry
The university presidents for both Texas and Texas A&M told the Austin American-Statesman on Friday that they're "supportive" of renewing the rivalry between the two football teams.
Too-early college football 2019 All-America team
Trevor or Tua? Tua or Trevor? Quarterback is only the start of the debates for this early look at next season's All-America team.
Slocum, Mohajir, Odierno to join CFP committee
Hall of Fame coach R.C. Slocum, Arkansas State AD Terry Mohajir and former U.S. Army Chief of Staff Gen. Ray Odierno will each serve a 3-year term on the CFP selection committee.
Winners and losers from the NFL draft early-entry deadline
Oregon QB Justin Herbert returning was reason for the Ducks to celebrate. The news wasn't as good for teams like Penn State and Georgia.
2018 SEC Standings
| EAST | CONF | OVR |
|---|---|---|
| Georgia | 7-1 | 11-3 |
| Kentucky | 5-3 | 10-3 |
| Florida | 5-3 | 10-3 |
| South Carolina | 4-4 | 7-6 |
| Missouri | 4-4 | 8-5 |
| Vanderbilt | 3-5 | 6-7 |
| Tennessee | 2-6 | 5-7 |
| WEST | CONF | OVR |
| Alabama | 8-0 | 14-1 |
| Texas A&M | 5-3 | 9-4 |
| LSU | 5-3 | 10-3 |
| Mississippi State | 4-4 | 8-5 |
| Auburn | 3-5 | 8-5 |
| Ole Miss | 1-7 | 5-7 |
| Arkansas | 0-8 | 2-10 |
2018 Team Leaders
2018 Polls & Rankings
| CFP RANKINGS | AP | COACHES |
|---|---|---|
| 19 | 16 | 16 |
2019 Recruits
| NAME | POS | STATUS | GRADE |
|---|---|---|---|
| Kenyon Green | OT | Signed | 91 |
| Brian Williams | S | Signed | 86 |
| DeMarvin Leal | DT | Signed | 85 |
| Dylan Wright | WR | Signed | 84 |
| Isaiah Spiller | RB | Signed | 84 |
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Awards
| YEAR | PLAYER | AWARD |
|---|---|---|
| 2018 | B. Mann | Ray Guy Award |
| 2016 | T. Knight | Wuerffel Trophy |
| 2012 | J. Manziel | Davey O'Brien Award |
| 2012 | J. Manziel | Heisman Memorial Trophy |
| 2012 | L. Joeckel | Outland Trophy |
