2025 NFL and College Football Updates

NFL and college football previews entering 2025 show momentum and turnover: the Carolina Panthers improved to 5–12 with renewed optimism around QB Bryce Young entering his third year, while the Los Angeles Chargers climbed to 11 wins and secured a playoff berth under Jim Harbaugh as Justin Herbert starred. Major college coaching and quarterback moves reshaped rosters: Bill Belichick's arrival at North Carolina brought a new staff and transfer QB Gio Lopez, Clemson added Tom Allen with Cade Klubnik returning as QB1, and Arch Manning is set to take over at Texas. Iowa State retains Matt Campbell with Rocco Becht expected back, LSU returns Garrett Nussmeier as a Heisman candidate and NFL prospect, and South Carolina is resurging under Shane Beamer with LaNorris Sellers leading the offense. Several programs face fresh QB competitions: Syracuse must replace Kyle McCord in a battle between Rickie Collins and Steve Angeli, and Tennessee added Joey Aguilar following Nico Iamaleava’s departure. Most NFL and college games will be available across major broadcasters (CBS, FOX, NBC, ESPN, ABC) with Amazon carrying Thursday Night Football and streaming options including Paramount+, Peacock, Fubo, Hulu, DirecTV Stream and NFL Sunday Ticket, plus many college games free over‑the‑air. Early‑season notable dates include Carolina vs. Miami and Chargers vs. Commanders on Sunday, Oct. 5 (Week 5).