Big Ten, Pac-12 Teams Reveal 2025 Football QB, Coaching Changes

As the 2025 college football season approaches, various teams across conferences are preparing for competitive campaigns. Northwestern, under coach David Braun, aims to improve upon a disappointing 4-8 record from last year, with graduate student Preston Stone confirmed as their starting quarterback. Nebraska, guided by Matt Rhule and offensive coordinator Dana Holgorsen, looks to build on last season’s promise with QB Dylan Raiola expected to lead what Phil Steele predicts as their most productive offense since 2018, despite losing several defensive starters. USC, led by Lincoln Riley, faces pressure to rebound after a 7-6 finish in 2024, with Jayden Maiava starting at quarterback and a defense under coordinator D’Anton Lynn showing marked improvement; they are cautiously optimistic about further progress as many key players return. Louisville is poised for a strong season under Jeff Brohm, opening against Eastern Kentucky and hoping to capitalize on returning defensive pieces despite losses in key offensive positions. Overall, analysts highlight the mixture of returning talent and new leadership across these teams, setting the stage for an exciting and unpredictable 2025 college football season.