Ohio State Football Records 14 NFL Draft Picks After Cotton Bowl Win

The 2025 college football season is shaping up with significant changes and developments across various teams. Ohio State, the defending national champions, faces a transformed roster after losing 14 players to the NFL draft and experiencing coaching shifts, including the departure of defensive coordinator Jim Knowles and the hiring of Matt Patricia; the quarterback role is now expected to be led by redshirt freshman Julian Sayin. Montana State University is experiencing a quarterback competition with players like Lamson, who has transferred multiple times and brings dual-threat capabilities, alongside Wilson and others, all eager to secure starting roles. Fordham University also sees a competitive quarterback landscape with returning starters and new transfers vying for the starting position ahead of their opening game against Boston College. Meanwhile, Bo Levi Mitchell, a prominent CFL quarterback known for his Grey Cup successes, is now with the Hamilton Tiger-Cats, focusing on recovery and aiming to reestablish his elite status. These narratives highlight the dynamic and competitive nature of football at the collegiate and professional levels entering the 2025 season.