The SEC dominates ESPN’s new Football Power Index, claiming nine of the top ten spots, while Texas boasts the third-toughest schedule. Texas Tech, desperate for a marquee matchup, finds itself ranked dead last among Power Conference teams — a glaring indictment of their weak non-conference slate. Coach Joey McGuire’s push for a game against Texas stems from frustration over perceived disrespect, especially after Steve Sarkisian’s comments about playing backups. But even Urban Meyer advises Texas to ignore the challenge — playing Texas Tech would be a risky gamble with little reward. The Big Ten gets a nod with four teams in the top 20, while the Big 12 and ACC struggle to make an impact.

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Tom Herman is back on the college football sidelines, joining Florida State’s coaching staff for the 2026 season after a standout four-year run at Texas, where he went undefeated in bowl games and landed elite recruits like Bijan Robinson. With Florida State aiming to rebound from two losing seasons and bolstered by key transfers including Quintrevion Wisner, Herman’s offensive expertise could be the spark the Seminoles need to return to glory.

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Joel Klatt’s bold pick for the best quarterback of the last 25 years? Vince Young. Despite a stacked field of champions including Tebow, Newton, Burrow, and Leinart, Klatt chose VY — not just for stats, but for that one game when everything’s on the line. His own painful 70-3 loss to Young as a player? That’s the memory that sealed the decision. For Klatt, trust in clutch performance trumps all.

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