The long college football offseason isn't even two weeks old yet, but the hype trains have already left the station for several high-rising teams across the country.
This time of the year is the perfect time for writers and fans alike to analyze the projected depth charts, take stock of the incoming talent and dissect the fall schedules.
When that happens, a number of preseason darlings are sure to pop up. Teams such as Louisville and Tennessee stand out for their huge number of returning starters, while others such as Houston and Michigan are permanently fixed into the spotlight because of the success of their still relatively new coaches.