College Football Buy/Sell: Florida State, Washington, Oklahoma, Georgia, Colorado, Tennessee in 2025

College Football Buy/Sell for 2025

• 💡 The discussion centers on identifying college football teams to buy into (expecting improvement) and sell on (expecting a decline) for the 2025 season, based on past performance and future outlook.
• ❓ A key question is whether teams can improve or will regress, especially after significant coaching changes, player departures, or unexpected results.

Teams to Buy in 2025

• 📈 Florida State is an easy buy due to their 2-10 record last year, which is seen as an anomaly caused by extreme misfortune rather than a reflection of overall talent. New coordinators and a focus on proven production in the portal suggest improvement.
• 🚀 Washington is a buy despite a 6-7 record last year, attributed to losing 20 of 22 starters, not just quarterback Kaylin Dbor. With Jed Fish as coach and Deontae Williams showing breakout potential, improvement is expected, especially with a manageable Big Ten schedule.
• 🏈 Oklahoma is also a buy, aiming for improvement beyond their 6-7 record and 2-6 conference play. Despite the toughest schedule in the country, a strong defensive line and the acquisition of Washington State's offensive coordinator and quarterback are expected to boost their offense and lead to a winning record.

Teams to Sell in 2025

• 📉 Georgia is a controversial sell, not long-term, but for the upcoming year. With below 50% production returning, questions about the nucleus of the team, and a starting quarterback in Gunnar Stockton who is still a mystery, a step back from winning the SEC is more likely than a step forward.
• ⚠️ Colorado is likely to take a step back from their 9-4 record last year. Without Shador Sanders, who was a miracle worker, and with potential improvements to the offensive line uncertain, a minor regression is probable, especially in a competitive Big 12. The transfer portal haul also raises questions about roster depth.
• 📊 Tennessee is also expected to have a worse record this year. Losing key players on the run game and defense, along with offensive linemen, puts pressure on quarterback Nico Yamalyava to elevate the team. A regression from 10-2 to around 9 wins is considered more likely than maintaining their previous success.