One key question for every Top 25 team
USA Today • • sports
Key Points:
- Ohio State, ranked No. 1 preseason, faces a key question on whether new offensive coordinator Arthur Smith can successfully lead the offense, building on last year's top-ranked defense under Matt Patricia.
- Oregon's main concern is the offensive line, which has three new starters, while other units like quarterback and defense appear solid.
- Georgia must address a lack of experience and depth at wide receiver, relying heavily on transfer Isiah Canion to replace key offensive production.
- Texas aims to improve defensively under new coordinator Will Muschamp, particularly by identifying three starters in the secondary to build on last season's solid performance.
- Several teams, including Alabama, LSU, and Missouri, face critical questions on improving weak areas such as the running game, team cohesion, and handling tougher schedules to contend for playoff spots.
