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Preseason Recruiting Power Rankings & School Profiles1. :Georgia: (
@Georgia)
The state of Georgia is absolutely loaded with blue-chip talent, and Georgia has become a national powerhouse in both recruiting and development. With pipeline discounts in GA, AL, FL, and TN, Georgia can dominate the Southeast, easily the most talent-rich region.
2. Alabama (
@bpelachick)
Alabama?s in-state talent is strong, but what gives them elite status is their ability to consistently pull 5-stars from Florida and Georgia. Back-to-back-to-back Top 5 classes for over a decade. They're the gold standard of modern CFB recruiting.
3. Ohio State (
@JMullen175)
Ohio may not be as deep as Georgia or Florida, but it still produces top-tier talent. When combined with key discounts in Indiana, Kentucky, Michigan, Pennsylvania, and WV, plus a dominant Midwest brand, OSU is set up for national recruiting success.
4. Texas (
@Bigd7251)
Texas has the most D1 talent of any state in the country. With full access to in-state talent and pipeline discounts in neighboring recruiting-rich states like Louisiana and Oklahoma, Texas can build a monster roster without leaving its region.
5. Florida (
@Jon)
The Sunshine State is a recruiting machine, and Florida gets discounts in-state as well as in Alabama and Georgia?two top talent-producing neighbors. UF?s brand power has dipped slightly but is still strong enough to land elite skill players.
6. LSU (
@seagrapeff)
Louisiana is perennially one of the top per-capita producers of college talent, especially on defense and at skill positions. LSU gets access to Texas, Arkansas, and Mississippi?plus they usually keep the top in-state kids at home. A dangerous player.
7. USC (
@Ben)
Southern California is a goldmine for recruits. USC's brand recognition stretches nationally, and their 20% discount in California with access to Arizona and Nevada makes them a West Coast recruiting juggernaut. Elite QB/WR pipeline.
8. Florida State (
@TheLongHorn)
Same regional power as Florida, but a step below in terms of national prestige in recent years. Still, FSU has strong pull in Florida, Alabama, and Georgia, giving them a deep and dynamic recruiting base to work with.
9. Michigan (
@Bran00)
Michigan has resurged under Harbaugh with consistent Top 10 recruiting classes. Michigan, Indiana, and Ohio give the Wolverines a powerful Midwest reach, and the brand still carries major national appeal.
10. Notre Dame (
@CEREBRAL ASSASSIN 3)
No conference affiliation? No problem. Notre Dame pulls from across the country but dominates the Midwest. They benefit from pipeline access to IL, KY, OH, and MI. Their academic prestige and national brand give them unique leverage.
11. Oregon (
@he_hate_me)
Oregon owns the Pacific Northwest and has a dynamic pipeline into California. With Washington, Nevada, and Idaho also on the table, Oregon can build explosive offenses, especially at WR and QB, even without in-state depth.
12. Penn State (
@Speedster18431)
The Keystone State produces underrated talent, especially in the trenches. With access to the Mid-Atlantic and Ohio, Penn State can quietly dominate in key positions and has the brand to poach nationally when needed.
13. Tennessee (
@Savoy915)
Tennessee?s in-state crop is modest, but no school in the league touches more states (8 total). That massive territory means more chances to discover undervalued gems, and Tennessee has a history of recruiting big-name talent when hot.
14. Auburn (
@earl92689@gmail.com)
Auburn is in the heart of the Southeast?s recruiting wars, which gives it access to elite players?but it also puts them in Alabama?s shadow. Florida and Georgia access helps, but they'll need to punch above their weight.
15. Michigan State (
@Tselepis)
MSU has access to the same Midwest talent as Michigan but lacks the national recruiting reputation. They?ll need to identify value and build depth, but they have the reach to be competitive with strong strategy.
16. Washington (
@NippyJones)
The Huskies benefit from owning Washington and shared access to Oregon and Idaho. While their region lacks depth, they can build a solid team and poach top West Coast players if they recruit aggressively.
17. Oregon State (
@frankbullsfan)
Same territory as Oregon but significantly lower brand recognition. OSU will need to find value picks and capitalize on any surplus the Ducks leave behind. California access is key for skilled players.
18. Nebraska (
@IndianaBuc)
The glory days are long gone, but Nebraska?s territory includes six states, giving them wide net to cast. The problem? None of them are elite recruiting grounds. Still, the Cornhuskers can build through the lines and depth.
19. Illinois (
@STLBlues91)
Illinois is home to some strong talent, especially in Chicago, but the rest of the state is thin. Access to Indiana, Iowa, Missouri, and Wisconsin helps a little, but they?ll need smart evaluation to stay competitive.
20. Iowa State (
@kilaarman)
Iowa doesn?t produce much top-end talent, but with access to Missouri, Wisconsin, Nebraska, and Illinois, ISU can piece together a gritty, blue-collar roster. Limited upside, but depth potential.
21. Kansas State (
@DeanO22)
Kansas is bottom-tier in raw recruiting talent. Access to Nebraska, Colorado, Oklahoma, and Missouri helps, but K-State will likely be an underdog?relying on smart scouting and system fits to compete.
22. Colorado (
@saintsfootball)
Colorado lacks elite in-state talent and doesn't have a huge presence nationally. Still, with Arizona, Utah, Oklahoma, and Kansas access, they have enough of a map to build a decent base. Strong recent recruiting class helps a bit.
23. Boise State (
@thecraftyone)
Boise State has a strong real-life development record, but in terms of pure recruiting territory, they?re in a tough spot. Idaho and surrounding states don?t produce much talent, so they?ll need to identify hidden gems better than anyone else.
