CBS Sports staff revisits their 2026 preseason college football predictions and admits to 10 major misses, including Oregon's title hopes, Utah's undefeated rise, and Michigan's offensive struggles.
01Summary
- 01Michigan is averaging 22.7 points per game, ranking 105th nationally, far from the predicted 37.3-point offence.
- 02Maryland is 2-5 and ranks 83rd in total defense; head coach Mike Locksley fired defensive coordinator Ted Monachino.
- 03Oregon has two losses and quarterback Dante Moore is out with a concussion; Brock Thomas started but Dylan Raiola threw a game-winning touchdown against Nebraska.
- 04Utah is one of six undefeated FBS teams and one of three in the Big 12, contrary to the prediction that they would be a mid-tier conference team.
- 05Texas A&M has lost to Kentucky, LSU and Missouri; quarterback Marcel Reed ranks 15th in the SEC with 175.3 passing yards per game and last in quarterback rating.
02Why it matters
This matters because preseason predictions shape expectations for fans and analysts; acknowledging mistakes provides a more honest view of the unpredictable college football season.
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