Joel Klatt on Michigan: 'They’re gonna be back among the elite in college football'

Fox Sports analyst Joel Klatt has released his preseason top 25 rankings for the 2025 college football season, positioning the Michigan Wolverines at No. 10. The Wolverines trail behind top-ranked Penn State, Texas, Ohio State, Clemson, Oregon, Notre Dame, Georgia, LSU, and Alabama. Klatt considered placing Michigan above Alabama, citing their recent bowl game victory over the Crimson Tide. Michigan's defense, which was among the nation's best last season, is expected to remain strong, while the offense, one of the weakest in the Power Four, anticipates improvement under new coordinator Chip Lindsey. Freshman Bryce Underwood is the frontrunner for the quarterback position following Mikey Keene's injury. Michigan's favorable schedule avoids matchups against top Big Ten teams Penn State and Oregon, with Ohio State as a key opponent. Head Coach Sherrone Moore, who led the team to an 8-5 finish last season, faces a potential suspension for games against Central Michigan