As the 2026 college football season approaches, several key storylines are emerging, focusing on coaching changes, conference dominance, and the future of the College Football Playoff (CFP). Yahoo Sports highlights ten major areas to watch as the season unfolds.
One significant question revolves around Lane Kiffin and his performance in his first season as the coach at LSU. Expectations will be high as Kiffin transitions to a new program, and observers will be keen to see how quickly he can establish success.
Another central theme is whether the Big Ten conference will continue its recent winning streak, particularly its pursuit of another national title. The conference has demonstrated considerable strength in recent years, and analysts are watching to see if this momentum will carry forward.
The future of the CFP itself is also a major point of discussion. With ongoing changes and potential restructuring within college football, the format and accessibility of the CFP are subject to scrutiny and anticipation. Yahoo Sports indicates these are among the key elements fans and analysts will be tracking as the 2026 season gets underway.
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