In the first-ever 12-team College Football Playoffs last year, the Southeastern Conference had three teams vying for a spot in the national championship game. As the SEC officially opens the regular season in 54 days,

USC Receives Disappointing College Football Playoff Prediction originally appeared on Athlon Sports. USC reinstalled new momentum heading into the 2025 season. The influx of new faces on the roster and a favorable schedule points to a far improved campaign for Lincoln Riley and company. Which includes College Football Playoff hype.

Ole Miss has reached double-digit wins in 3 of the last 4 seasons, but it’s a new team for Lane Kiffin in 2025. Don't overlook the Rebels.