The Michigan Wolverines face a challenging 2024 season despite being the reigning national champions, with key losses including head coach Jim Harbaugh and several star players, making their games against Ohio State, Oregon, and Washington particularly tough. Northwestern, coming off a surprising 8-win season, struggles with a decimated secondary and a quarterback battle but maintains a strong run defense. Georgia is ranked No. 1 in ESPN's FPI preseason rankings, with high playoff and national championship probabilities, despite facing the third toughest schedule. Nebraska, under Matt Rhule, looks to improve with freshman QB Dylan Raiola and a strong defense, but faces uncertainty in offensive performance. Meanwhile, Notre Dame, led by Marcus Freeman, enters training camp with high expectations and a rebuilt offense aiming for a significant playoff run.