Lincoln Riley, Brian Kelly Navigate College Football Crossroads

The 2025 college football season is shaping up with several teams predicted to overachieve or underachieve based on changes in coaching, player development, and schedules. LSU's Brian Kelly acknowledges the rebuilding process of his team with optimism about the roster's progress, despite high expectations for national success. Meanwhile, the Bayshore Bruins football program is embracing a new culture under Coach Ace Sanders, focusing on player development and a renewed desire for success after a tough previous season. The Big Sky Conference is highlighted as a stable and growing presence in college athletics, maintaining tradition and community engagement amid widespread changes in collegiate sports. UNC Football faces challenges with limited returning offensive talent and a new quarterback, while former coach Mack Brown comments on the potential impact of NFL coach Bill Belichick's transition to college football. These perspectives collectively illustrate the dynamic and evolving landscape of college football in 2025.