Idaho Bets on Fresno State Transfer QB Wood for Offensive Boost

The 2025 football season is shaping up with notable breakout and development storylines across college and professional teams. At the University of Idaho, new coach Thomas Ford Jr. has made bold changes at quarterback, including starting transfer Jake Wood, who aims to lead the Vandals to a championship. The Dallas Cowboys are focusing on young talent with key breakout candidates such as edge rusher Kneeland, wide receiver Jalen Tolbert, cornerback Kaiir Elam, running back Javonte Williams, and return specialist KaVontae Turpin expected to make significant impacts. Meanwhile, Texas faces a critical 'boom or bust' scenario with offensive lineman Brandon Baker, a former five-star recruit tasked with anchoring a revamped line protecting star quarterback Arch Manning. USC football coverage is preparing detailed position group analyses ahead of the season, focusing on best- and worst-case scenarios without factoring injuries. Across the board, teams are banking on young players stepping up to drive success in the upcoming football campaigns.