The Cougars finished tied for first place last season but did not qualify for the conference championship. They are the team to beat next fall.

Where did Arizona State finish in final college football rankings, college football polls? The Sun Devils are higher than they have been since 1996.

The difference between these predictions and the top-25 ranking is that the bracket predictions more heavily weigh the future games to be played on the field, predicting the outcome. That said, let's take a look at the first bracket projection for the 2025 season.

Let's take a look back at Sports Illustrated's best images and coverage from the Buckeyes' championship night.