In a season that promises twists and turns, the college football landscape is set to undergo major changes as new teams join different conferences. As the preseason AP Top 25 poll is released, it is evident that this year's College Football Playoff bracket will bring forth intriguing matchups.

Among the significant shifts is the highly anticipated clash between Texas and Oklahoma, known as the Red River Rivalry. However, this year, the game will take place with a Southeastern Conference logo adorning the field, as both teams have made the move to the SEC.

More transformations can be seen at the Los Angeles Coliseum, where USC's iconic white horse, Traveler, will continue to gallop along the sidelines. Yet, in an unusual move, the Trojans will face Rutgers, a fellow new Big Ten member, on a Friday night.

Stanford's mischievous Tree mascot will continue to entertain fans, but the Cardinal's opponents will now include Clemson, Virginia Tech, and SMU, due to their recent move to the Atlantic Coast Conference. This transition from the Pacific Ocean to the Atlantic Coast will undoubtedly take some adjustment for Stanford.

With the introduction of superconferences and the expansion of the College Football Playoff to 12 teams, predicting the outcome of this season has become more challenging than ever. Nonetheless, there are some unranked teams that are likely to surprise and end the season ranked.

One of these teams is Boise State. Historically, teams from outside the Power Four conferences have found their way into the AP Top 25 by the end of the season. This year, the defending Mountain West champion Broncos, led by star running back Ashton Jeanty, are considered a safe bet to break through and capture the attention of college football fans.

Another team that could exceed expectations is Virginia Tech. After showing promise with a strong finish last season, the Hokies are expected to build upon that momentum. Led by quarterback Kyrone Drones and armed with a formidable defense that ranked third in the ACC in yards per play allowed, Virginia Tech has the potential to flirt with a 10-win season.

Meanwhile, Iowa State emerges as this year's breakout team in the Big 12. With a history of unranked teams making it to the conference title game, the Cyclones, led by running back Abu Sama and wide receiver Jayden Higgins, are poised to make waves and surprise their opponents.

However, not all teams ranked in the preseason Top 25 will end the season in the same position. It is expected that three of these teams will fall out of the ranking by the end of the season, further adding to the unpredictability of college football.

As college football season kicks off, fans are eagerly awaiting the clashes between teams from different conferences, witnessing the impact of new additions and predicting the rise and fall of teams in the rankings. With exciting matchups and unexpected outcomes on the horizon, this season is shaping up to be one for the books in the world of college football.