Here are five college football predictions and round-by-round picks for the college football playoffs: There are stars everywhere you look on Clemson’s roster. At quarterback. At wide receiver and linebacker. On both the offensive and defensive lines.

Josh Pate laid out his College Football Playoff outlook, and while he has Clemson in the field, he doesn't expect them to make a deep run. The On3 analyst placed the Tigers as the No. 5 seed, which would give them a home matchup against Boise State in the opening round. Pate has no doubt about that one.

Good morning, New York Giants fans! Happy Saturday and welcome to “Week 0” of the 2025 college football season.