Where is Ohio State in Pro Football Focus’ ranking of all 130 FBS college football teams for 2021?
Pro Football Focus has joined the fray when it comes to publishing a preseason ranking piece. But it didn’t stop at a top 25. No, it decided to go ahead and rank all 130 FBS squads for the upcoming 2021 season.
You’ll be happy to know that PFF thinks very highly of Ohio State (we’ll get there in a moment), and the SEC (which you’ll also see).
As with any of these lists, it must be noted that college football is a different animal because of the high turnover and unknown roster shakeups annually, so take this all with a grain of salt. Also remember though that the top of college football has been more or less the same since the College Football Playoff era.
But look, we like a good ranking piece like the next guy, so we’re treading into the open waters here. If you’d like, you can even compare what PFF put together with our own top 25 ranking (yeah, we don’t have time for all 130 teams). As an added bonus, we add the probabilities PFF has for some special things for teams.
So off we go. Here is what PFF has for its top 25 of the 130 teams that play good ‘ole American football at higher institutions of learning near you. If you want to see the entire list, feel free to visit the site and have a looksee.
NEXT … The PFF College Football Top 25 for 2021
No. 25 - Michigan Wolverines
Nov 21, 2020; Piscataway, New Jersey, USA; Michigan Wolverines head coach Jim Harbaugh talks with his team before the overtime against the Rutgers Scarlet Knights at SHI Stadium. Credit: Vincent Carchietta-USA TODAY Sports
How the metrics play out
National Championship Win Probability: 0.0% Conference Championship Win Probability: 5.0% Highest-Graded Returning Player: WR Ronnie Bell (72.2)
No. 24 - Indiana Hoosiers
Indiana quarterback Michael Penix throws a pass against Ohio State during the second half of an NCAA college football game Saturday, Nov. 21, 2020, in Columbus, Ohio. Ohio State beat Indiana 42-35. (AP Photo/Jay LaPrete)
How the metrics play out
National Championship Win Probability: 1.0% Conference Championship Win Probability: 7.0% Highest-Graded Returning Player: LB Micah McFadden (85.8)
No. 23 - Pittsburgh Panthers
Nov 21, 2020; Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, USA; Pittsburgh Panthers defensive lineman Deslin Alexandre (5) and defensive lineman Rashad Weaver (17) and wide receiver Will Gipson (14) celebrate after defeating the Virginia Tech Hokies at Heinz Field. Credit: Charles LeClaire-USA TODAY Sports
How the metrics play out
National Championship Win Probability: 0.0% Conference Championship Win Probability: 3.0% Highest-Graded Returning Player: DI Calijah Kancey (80.4)
No. 22 - BYU Cougars
Dec 22, 2020; Boca Raton, Florida, USA; Brigham Young Cougars tight end Kyle Griffitts (42) celebrates with teammates after defeating the UCF Knights at FAU Stadium. Credit: Jasen Vinlove-USA TODAY Sports
How the metrics play out
National Championship Win Probability: 0.0% Conference Championship Win Probability: N/A Highest-Graded Returning Player: HB Tyler Allgeier (92.1)
No. 21 - Iowa State Cyclones
Jan 2, 2021; Glendale, AZ, USA; Iowa State Cyclones head coach Matt Campbell celebrates with the trophy after the Fiesta Bowl against the Oregon Ducks at State Farm Stadium. Credit: Joe Camporeale-USA TODAY Sports
How the metrics play out
National Championship Win Probability: 1.0% Conference Championship Win Probability: 11.0% Highest-Graded Returning Player: TE Charlie Kolar (84.9)
No. 20 - Oklahoma State Cowboys
Dec. 29, 2020; Orlando, FL, USA; Oklahoma State Cowboys wide receiver Brennan Presley (80) and running back Darius Salters (23) react after defeating the Miami Hurricanes to win the Cheez-It Bowl Game at Camping World Stadium. Douglas DeFelice-USA TODAY Sports
How the metrics play out
National Championship Win Probability: 1.0% Conference Championship Win Probability: 9.0% Highest-Graded Returning Player: SS Tre Sterling (82.1)
No. 19 - Penn State Nittany Lions
Penn State Nittany Lions quarterback Sean Clifford (14) calls a play at the line of scrimmage during the fourth quarter of the NCAA football game against the Ohio State Buckeyes at Beaver Stadium in University Park, Pa. on Sunday, Nov. 1, 2020. Credit: USA TODAY Sports
How the metrics play out
National Championship Win Probability: 0.0% Conference Championship Win Probability: 2.0% Highest-Graded Returning Player: FS Jaquan Brisker (82.8)
No. 18 - Miami Hurricanes
Dec. 29, 2020; Orlando, FL, USA; Miami Hurricanes wide receiver Marshall Few (0) reacts after running the ball in for a two-point conversion during the second half against the Oklahoma State Cowboys during the Cheez-It Bowl Game at Camping World Stadium. Douglas DeFelice-USA TODAY Sports
How the metrics play out
National Championship Win Probability: 1.0% Conference Championship Win Probability: 7.0% Highest-Graded Returning Player: QB D’Eriq King (90.6)
No. 17 - Texas Longhorns
Apr 24, 2021; Austin, Texas, USA; Texas Longhorns linebacker Jake Ehlinger walks off the field after the Orange-White Texas Spring Game at Darrell K Royal-Texas Memorial Stadium. Credit: Scott Wachter-USA TODAY Sports
How the metrics play out
National Championship Win Probability: 1.0% Conference Championship Win Probability: 11.0% Highest-Graded Returning Player: DI Keondre Coburn (75.8)
No. 16 - USC Trojans
April 17, 2021; Los Angeles, CA, USA; Southern California Trojans cornerback Chris Steele (8) intercepts a pass intended for receiver Bru McCoy (4) during the spring game at the Los Angeles Memorial Coliseum. Kirby Lee-USA TODAY Sports
How the metrics play out
National Championship Win Probability: 2.0% Conference Championship Win Probability: 26.0% Highest-Graded Returning Player: QB Kedon Slovis (79.5)
No. 15 - Auburn Tigers
Nov 30, 2019; Auburn, AL, USA; Auburn Tigers defensive back Javaris Davis (13) reacts as Alabama Crimson Tide place kicker Joseph Bulovas (97) misses a game-tying field goal during the fourth quarter at Jordan-Hare Stadium. Mandatory Credit: John Reed-USA TODAY Sports
Auburn head coach Bryan Harsin and Auburn offensive coordinator Mike Bobo during warm ups before Auburn football A-Day spring game at Jordan-Hare Stadium in Auburn, Ala., on Saturday, April 17, 2021.
How the metrics play out
National Championship Win Probability: 0.0% Conference Championship Win Probability: 1.0% Highest-Graded Returning Player: CB Nehemiah Pritchett (78.9)
No. 14 - Wisconsin Badgers
Oct 23, 2020; Madison, Wisconsin, USA; Wisconsin Badgers tight end Jake Ferguson (84) catches a pass to score a touchdown during the second quarter against the Illinois Fighting Illini at Camp Randall Stadium. Credit: Jeff Hanisch-USA TODAY Sports
How the metrics play out
National Championship Win Probability: 2.0% Conference Championship Win Probability: 11.0% Highest-Graded Returning Player: LB Jack Sanborn (83.1)
No. 13 - Oregon Ducks
Jan 2, 2021; Glendale, AZ, USA; Iowa State Cyclones running back Breece Hall (28) is tackled by Oregon Ducks safety Verone McKinley III (23) in the first half at the 50th PlayStation Fiesta Bowl at State Farm Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Rob Schumacher-Arizona Republic via USA TODAY Network
How the metrics play out
National Championship Win Probability: 1.0% Conference Championship Win Probability: 23.0% Highest-Graded Returning Player: RB Travis Dye (79.2)
No. 12 - Cincinnati Bearcats
Dec 31, 2018; Annapolis, MD, USA; Cincinnati Bearcats head coach Luke Fickell reacts against the Virginia Tech Hokies during the first half at Navy-Marine Corps Memorial Stadium. Credit: Scott Taetsch-USA TODAY Sports
How the metrics play out
National Championship Win Probability: 0.0% Conference Championship Win Probability: 30.0% Highest-Graded Returning Player: TE Josh Whyle (90.9)
No. 11 - North Carolina Tar Heels
Jan. 2, 2021; Miami Gardens, FL, USA; North Carolina Tar Heels quarterback Sam Howell (7) walks off the field after being defeated by the Texas A&M Aggies at Hard Rock Stadium. Jasen Vinlove-USA TODAY Sports
How the metrics play out
National Championship Win Probability: 3.0% Conference Championship Win Probability: 18.0% Highest-Graded Returning Player: QB Sam Howell (92.3)
No. 10 - LSU Tigers
April 17, 2021; Baton Rouge, Louisiana, USA; LSU Tigers running back Tyrion Davis-Price (3) runs the ball behind LSU Tigers tight end Nick Storz (85) during the second half of the annual Purple and White spring game at Tiger Stadium. Stephen Lew-USA TODAY Sports
How the metrics play out
National Championship Win Probability: 2.0% Conference Championship Win Probability: 6.0% Highest-Graded Returning Player: CB Eli Ricks (82.8)
No. 9 - Iowa Hawkeyes
Dec 27, 2019; San Diego, California, USA; Iowa Hawkeyes coach Kirk Ferentz reacts after the Holiday Bowl against the Southern California Trojans at SDCCU Stadium. Credit: Kirby Lee-USA TODAY Sports
How the metrics play out
National Championship Win Probability: 2.0% Conference Championship Win Probability: 17.0% Highest-Graded Returning Player: C Tyler Linderbaum (91.5)
No. 8 - Notre Dame Fighting Irish
Nov. 14, 2020; Chestnut Hill, Massachusetts, USA; Notre Dame Fighting Irish quarterback Ian Book (12) lines up for a snap against the Boston College Eagles during the first half at Alumni Stadium. Brian Fluharty-USA TODAY Sports
How the metrics play out
National Championship Win Probability: 1.0% Conference Championship Win Probability: NA Highest-Graded Returning Player: FS Kyle Hamilton (76.7)
No. 7 - Florida Gators
Dec. 30, 2020; Arlington, TX, USA; Florida Gators head coach Dan Mullen talks with Florida Gators running back Malik Davis (20) in the fourth quarter against the Oklahoma Sooners at ATT Stadium. Tim Heitman-USA TODAY Sports
How the metrics play out
National Championship Win Probability: 3.0% Conference Championship Win Probability: 10.0% Highest-Graded Returning Player: QB Emory Jones (90.5)
No. 6 - Texas A&M Aggies
Jan. 2, 2021; Miami Gardens, FL, USA; Texas A&M Aggies head coach Jimbo Fisher talks to quarterback Kellen Mond (11) during a football game against the North Carolina Tar Heels at Hard Rock Stadium. Sam Navarro-USA TODAY Sports
How the metrics play out
National Championship Win Probability: 2.0% Conference Championship Win Probability: 5.0% Highest-Graded Returning Player: TE Jalen Wydermyer (84.4)
No. 5 - Oklahoma Sooners
Nov 21, 2020; Norman, Oklahoma, USA; Oklahoma Sooners quarterback Spencer Rattler (7) with fans after the game against the Oklahoma State Cowboys at Gaylord Family-Oklahoma Memorial Stadium. Credit: Kevin Jairaj-USA TODAY Sports
How the metrics play out
National Championship Win Probability: 13.0% Conference Championship Win Probability: 60.0% Highest-Graded Returning Player: QB Spencer Rattler (92.5)
No. 4 - Georgia Bulldogs
Nov 28, 2020; Columbia, South Carolina, USA; Georgia Bulldogs running back Zamir White (3) celebrates a touchdown against the South Carolina Gamecocks during the first quarter at Williams-Brice Stadium. Credit: Jeff Blake-USA TODAY
How the metrics play out
National Championship Win Probability: 7.0% Conference Championship Win Probability: 24.0% Highest-Graded Returning Player: QB JT Daniels (88.3)
No. 3 - Ohio State Buckeyes
Jan. 11, 2021; Miami Gardens, Florida, USA; Ohio State Buckeyes head coach Ryan Day yells from the sideline during the fourth quarter of the College Football Playoff National Championship against the Alabama Crimson Tide at Hard Rock Stadium in Miami Gardens, Fla. Credit: Kyle Robertson-USA TODAY Sports
How the metrics play out
National Championship Win Probability: 13.0% Conference Championship Win Probability: 48.0% Highest-Graded Returning Player: LT Thayer Munford (85.2)
No. 2 - Clemson Tigers
Nov 7, 2020; South Bend, Indiana, USA; Clemson Tigers head coach Dabo Swinney signals to his players in the second quarter against the Notre Dame Fighting Irish at Notre Dame Stadium. Credit: Matt Cashore-USA TODAY Sports
How the metrics play out
National Championship Win Probability: 17.0% Conference Championship Win Probability: 58.0% Highest-Graded Returning Player: ED Myles Murphy (85.2)
No. 1 - Alabama Crimson Tide
Jan 11, 2021; Miami Gardens, Florida, USA; Alabama Crimson Tide head coach Nick Saban leads his team onto the field before playing then Ohio State Buckeyes in the 2021 College Football Playoff National Championship Game. Credit: Mark J. Rebilas-USA TODAY Sports
How the metrics play out
National Championship Win Probability: 23.0% Conference Championship Win Probability: 51.0% Highest-Graded Returning Player: RB Brian Robinson Jr. (83.8) [vertical-gallery id=51236] Contact/Follow us @BuckeyesWire on Twitter, and like our page on Facebook to follow ongoing coverage of Ohio State news, notes and opinion.
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