2025 College Football odds indicate that Ohio State has emerged victorious in the 2024 season, defeating the Notre Dame Fighting Irish to clinch its first championship since 2014.
Entering the postseason as the No. 8 seed, the Buckeyes showcased their true potential, proving to be the strongest team in college football when it mattered most.
Ohio State’s final challenge was overcoming the seventh-seeded Irish, reinforcing the notion that the postseason tournament favors the sport’s elite teams.
To triumph in consecutive games against ranked opponents, depth and talent accumulation are essential. This level of competition is typically found in programs like Ohio State, Notre Dame, Penn State, and Texas.
With this in mind, here are the teams to consider betting on for the 2025 title.
Texas +650 to win 2025 College Football Playoff
The Longhorns have secured postseason berths in consecutive years. In their first playoff appearance, they narrowly lost to Washington, and this season, they achieved victories over Clemson and Arizona State before falling to Ohio State after a pivotal fumble extended OSU’s lead.
Their two regular-season losses were against Georgia, suggesting a natural progression for Texas to advance further in the postseason next year.
The Longhorns possess the components necessary for success in a deep playoff run. With Quinn Ewers leaving, Arch Manning is poised to step into the starting quarterback role. Manning has shown promise during his limited opportunities on the field.
While the team will lose some offensive linemen and receivers, Texas has a history of successfully replenishing talent in those areas. Expectations for a similar outcome remain high.
However, Texas faces a challenging schedule. They will start the season with a trip to Ohio State, along with road games at Florida and Georgia.
If the Longhorns can secure victories in two of those three matchups, they will likely return to the playoff.
Oregon +650 to win 2025 College Football Playoff
As an Oregon alumnus and fan, it’s clear that the Ducks may not be ready to capture a championship in 2025 due to their youthful roster.
Nonetheless, this betting line might represent the best odds available for the Ducks for much of the upcoming year.
After winning a Big Ten title in 2024, Oregon faces the challenge of replacing significant offensive and defensive talent. The Ducks will need to fill gaps left by their quarterback, running back, both offensive tackles, top two wide receivers, tight end, best pass rusher, another starting defensive tackle, and the entire secondary. While it seems like a formidable task for a young team, the promising talent waiting in the wings could surpass last season’s performance.
With Dante Moore stepping in as the new starting quarterback, Oregon is set for an upgrade. Moore, a former five-star recruit, initially committed to Oregon before briefly attending UCLA. He transferred back to Oregon last offseason to learn behind Dillon Gabriel, and now he is ready to shine. Moore has the potential to be a standout player.
Oregon has bolstered its offensive line through portal additions, and the departing defensive players are being replaced with highly sought-after recruits along with a portal safety and cornerback. The talent on paper appears to be superior, and the coaching staff has demonstrated their ability to develop players effectively.
Betting on the Ducks now could be wise due to their favorable schedule and the natural progression of the program.
Their schedule is relatively easy, featuring five road games: Northwestern, Penn State (the toughest matchup), Rutgers, Iowa, and Washington. Notably, they do not face Ohio State or Michigan.
Oregon is on track to be a playoff contender, likely aiming for an 11-1 record. While a better betting line may emerge after the Penn State game, this current number is unlikely to improve significantly.
