These are the players, coaches, teams and concepts that every squad in our Way-Too-Early Top 25 will be looking out for in 2025.

This article was originally published on www.si.com/fannation/college/cfb-hq as College football teams with most 5-star recruits in 2026 cycle. Those who think college football recruiting has taken a back seat in an age of NIL and transfer portal movement should think again when looking at the active 2026 cycle.

Based on schedule, roster and playoff structure, which team is best positioned to make the CFP this year? Laken Litman, Michael Cohen and RJ Young debate the topic here!