Top College Football Teams Start Inexperienced Quarterbacks Amid National Title Hunts

Several top college football teams, including Texas, Ohio State, Georgia, Notre Dame, Oregon, and Alabama, are starting first-year quarterbacks this season, despite high expectations to compete for national titles. Texas’s Arch Manning, a highly touted quarterback, will rely heavily on a revamped offensive line, which has lost key players to the NFL, posing a significant concern for coach Steve Sarkisian. Ohio State's new starter Julian Sayin benefits from a strong receiving corps and experienced coach Ryan Day, while Georgia's Gunner Stockton faces questions about his performance despite leadership qualities. At Notre Dame, CJ Carr steps into a high-pressure role with support from key teammates. Meanwhile, Virginia Tech’s cornerback rotation is undergoing change with Dante Lovett stepping up as a leader after the departure of experienced players. At Arizona, quarterback Noah Fifita has grown into a vocal leader on the field, a role emphasized by coaches to improve offensive cohesion after a disappointing previous season.