South Florida also returns much of its production from last season, but that might not be the best thing. USF's defense ranked 99th in the country at nearly 30 points allowed per game. South Florida was also just 1-4 ATS at home in FBS games last season compared to 5-2 ATS away from home.

In the lead-up to the 2025 season, Boise State’s odds to reach the College Football Playoff are dropping. The Broncos are +184 to make the 12-team playoff as of Monday, the lowest odds among Group of Five teams. At the beginning of fall camp, Boise State was +194 to reach the CFP for the second straight year.

Three top-10 showdowns are the highlight of the Week 1 schedule – and an immediate chance to show we can pick the big game. No. 1 Texas is a road underdog at No. 3 Ohio State. The Longhorns and Buckeyes clash at noon on FOX.