College Football AP Poll Predictions: What to Expect in the 2023 Season

Previewing the Upcoming Season

The Associated Press (AP) has released its preseason college football Top 25 poll, providing an early glimpse at how the upcoming season is shaping up.

As expected, Alabama and Ohio State hold the top two spots, respectively, with both teams looking to make a run at the national championship this season.

However, the biggest surprise in the poll is the fall of defending national champion Georgia to No. 15. The Bulldogs lost several key players from last year's squad, including quarterback Stetson Bennett and wide receiver Arik Gilbert.

Top 5 Teams in the AP Poll

1. Alabama 2. Ohio State 3. Clemson 4. Michigan 5. Texas

The Big Ten Conference has a strong presence in the poll with four teams ranked in the top 10: Ohio State (No. 2), Michigan (No. 4), Penn State (No. 8), and Wisconsin (No. 9).

The SEC also has a strong showing with three teams in the top 10: Alabama (No. 1), Georgia (No. 15), and Tennessee (No. 17).

The upcoming college football season is shaping up to be one of the most exciting in recent memory. The AP poll provides an early look at how the season might play out, but there are sure to be plenty of surprises along the way.