The Texas Longhorns have been ranked No. 1 in the Associated Press preseason college football poll, marking the first time the team has held this position. Quarterback Arch Manning will lead the team into his first season as starting quarterback, replacing Quinn Ewers who opted for the NFL Draft. Manning’s challenge is daunting, as Texas faces stiff competition from top-ranked teams like Ohio State and Georgia.
The Longhorns’ path to keeping their undefeated record through the College Football Playoff is uncertain, especially with a tough schedule that includes games against the Buckeyes, Florida, and Georgia. Penn State, ranked No. 2, returns Drew Allar at quarterback, while Ohio State’s Jeremiah Smith will lead the team behind new starting quarterback Julian Sayin.
Clemson, ranked third, has a strong defense led by Dani Dennis-Sutton, and Georgia is always a threat to win the national championship under Kirby Smart. The AP top 25 poll features several other top-ranked teams, including Texas A&M, Alabama, and Michigan.
Source: https://www.foxnews.com/sports/arch-manning-texas-sit-atop-preseason-ap-college-football-poll