The preseason USA TODAY Sports AFCA Coaches Poll has been released with the start of the college football season less than one month away.
Outlooks for the Top 25 teams in the preseason rankings with their 2021 records. All times Eastern.
1. Alabama (13-2)
Points: 1,634 (54 first-place votes). Previous ranking: 2. Opens: Sept. 3 vs. Utah State (SEC, 7:30).
Heisman Trophy winning quarterback (Bryce Young)? Check. Best defensive player in the country (Will Anderson)? Check. Incoming impact transfers? Check. So while the losses at wide receiver, running back and offensive line provide some pause about this season, Alabama remains the favorite in the SEC and the College Football Playoff race.