Reasons to be optimistic about every top 25 team in the preseason

25. Iowa Hawkeyes

Reason for optimismDefensive dominance

That’s pretty obvious, right? All Kirk Ferentz needs to do is get some offensive momentum going so he can have a shot in the Big Ten this fall given the return of players along with Phil Parker from the Hawkeyes.

24. North Carolina State Wolfpack

Reason for optimismOffensive line

Anthony Belton and Jackaroo’s Peak North Carolina’s two veteran defensive linemen return, and the Wolfpack are keen to fill other gaps with the help of the gate. Timothy McKay He is one of the most dependable players at his position in the ACC and a former player. Notre Dame center Zeke Corel — One of the top 10 interior offensive linemen in the transfer window — will look to secure the middle in the trenches.

23. USC Trojans

Reason for optimismWide receiving talent

Miller Moss He takes over as the quarterback for No. 1 overall pick Caleb Williams, who has a wealth of talent to distribute the ball to offensively. Zakaria branch He is a rising star in multiple positions, while Deuce Robinson and Jacobi’s Alley They are emerging threats.

22. Kansas Jayhawks

Reason for optimismGame makers

It starts with Jalon Daniels at quarterback and Devin Neal at ball-handler. Together, these two players could score 50 goals this season if they stay healthy at the Big 12 Open.

21. Arizona Wildcats

Reason for optimismKeep the list

No one is happier than Arizona’s ability to retain the standout offensive duo of Noah Fifita and receiver Tetairoa McMillan from coach Brent Brennan in his first year, helping usher in the Wildcats’ new era in the Big 12 with confidence on offense.

20. Texas A&M Aggies

Reason for optimismBack room

Texas A&M has looked to several other quarterbacks due to various injuries, including Fresno State Jay-Lynn Henderson, who replaced him after an injury, has moved on. Max Johnson.real freshman Marcel Reid Played well in the Cup game after Henderson suffered an injury. New offensive coordinator Colin Klein He has a wave of talent, but it starts with Conner Wegman.