Top 3 College Football Teams This Season. Oregon, Ohio State, and Texas

The 2024 college football season has been filled with excitement, surprises, and standout performances. Let’s take a closer look at the top three teams leading the pack: Oregon, Ohio State, and Texas. These teams have proven themselves with consistency, skill, and big wins as they march toward the College Football Playoff.

No. 1 Oregon Ducks

The Oregon Ducks continue their stellar season with only two games left to complete an undefeated regular season. After a decisive 39-18 win over Maryland, Oregon’s spot among the top teams looks rock solid. Led by quarterback Dillon Gabriel, the Ducks’ offense has become an unstoppable force. The defense is equally imposing, consistently shutting down opponents and holding them to fewer than 20 points over the past four games. This potent combination has made Oregon nearly untouchable.

Under the guidance of coach Dan Lanning, the Ducks have honed their identity on both sides of the ball. Their confidence is soaring, and each game is a testament to their unity and discipline. In a season where upsets have been frequent, Oregon has been remarkably steady, emerging as a team that plays with poise and purpose. 

As they gear up to face Wisconsin and Washington, the Ducks look poised to maintain their top-ranking finish.

No. 2 Ohio State Buckeyes

Ohio State is on a roll, moving up to the No. 2 spot after a dominant 45-0 victory over Purdue. True freshman receiver Jeremiah Smith has been a revelation, breaking Ohio State’s freshman receiving records set by Cris Carter in 1984. Smith caught six passes for 87 yards and a touchdown, extending his season totals to 765 yards and nine touchdowns. His performance, combined with fellow star Emeka Egbuka, has created a lethal receiving duo. Together, Smith and Egbuka are the first FBS duo to reach eight touchdowns each this season.

Ohio State’s recent success is also due to their retooled offensive line, which has helped them rebound after a challenging game against Nebraska. This new offensive structure is clicking at the perfect time as the Buckeyes prepare for the final stretch of their season. With Smith’s record-breaking performances and a rejuvenated offense, Ohio State is looking like a true title contender.

No. 3 Texas Longhorns

The Texas Longhorns finally found their spark in a blowout 49-17 victory over the Florida Gators. Quarterback Quinn Ewers was electric, throwing for 333 yards and five touchdowns in just over three quarters. Ewers joined Texas legends Sam Ehlinger and James Brown as one of only three Longhorns to throw five touchdowns with zero interceptions while completing 70% of his passes.

Texas’s offense, which had been struggling with a lack of explosive plays, showed a marked improvement. Ewers’ air yards per attempt spiked to 8.7 — the highest he’s averaged all season. The return of Isaiah Bond after an injury made a noticeable impact as well. Bond’s 44-yard end-around run, the longest in SEC play for Texas, set the stage for a dynamic offense. His three receptions for 55 yards and a touchdown further showcased his versatility.