ESPN's Greg McElroy Names Clemson, Florida, Penn State Biggest College Football Disappointments

ESPN analyst Greg McElroy has identified Clemson, Florida, and Penn State as some of the biggest disappointments in the 2025 college football season so far, citing Clemson's poor 1-3 start despite high preseason expectations and offensive struggles, particularly with quarterback Cade Klubnik. Conversely, Florida State has emerged as one of the biggest surprises this season, boasting a 3-1 record and notable performances like their upset win over Alabama, showing significant offensive improvement and competitiveness. McElroy also ranked Ohio State's defense as the best in college football after five weeks, praising their structure, depth, and ability to perform in critical moments, crediting defensive coordinator Matt Patricia and standout players such as Caleb Downs. Meanwhile, some traditional powerhouses like Alabama and Notre Dame have fallen out of top defensive rankings due to early season struggles. These analyses reflect a season of unexpected developments and shifting team performances through the early weeks of college football.