More than three decades of history suggest Texas should be wary of its No. 1 ranking in the preseason US LBM Coaches Poll.

For the first time in history, Texas football is ranked No. 1 in one of the major preseason polls. The Longhorns sit atop the Preseason Coaches Poll, edging out reigning national champion Ohio State for the No. 1 spot.

The time has finally come for the Coaches Poll to release its preseason top 25 rankings. For the most part, Texas and Ohio State have been considered the top two programs heading into the 2025 college football season.