In anticipation of the upcoming college football season, renowned magazine publisher Phil Steele has unveiled his highly anticipated preseason Power Poll for 2024. Known for his accurate predictions, Steele's rankings provide insight into the potential success and contenders for the upcoming season.

At the top of Steele's rankings is the dominant Georgia Bulldogs, who boast an impressive record of two national titles and only two losses in the past three years. Steele commends the Bulldogs for their complete team and exceptional depth, with quarterback Carson Beck emerging as a top contender for the Heisman Trophy.

Not far behind Georgia is the formidable Ohio State Buckeyes, who have assembled a loaded roster and embarked on a mission to achieve greatness. Steele places Ohio State on the same talent level as Georgia and recognizes their determination to succeed this season.

The Oregon Ducks secure the third spot in Steele's rankings, with Steele suggesting that they possess comparable talent to Ohio State despite lacking the same level of hype. Steele particularly highlights the Ducks' potent offense, led by quarterback Dillon Gabriel, whom he considers a prime candidate for the Heisman Trophy.

Moving on to the Texas Longhorns, Steele reveals that the much-anticipated debut of head coach Kalen DeBoer gives them an edge. DeBoer inherits a talented team, which augments their chances of success after reaching the national championship game the previous year. Steele emphasizes Texas' balanced roster, ranking them in the top 20 across all eight positions, including the all-important top-ranked quarterback unit.

Within the Big Ten conference, Steele acknowledges the Buckeye State's presumptive favorite, Penn State Nittany Lions, as a formidable team. Despite facing longtime challenges against top-rated opponents, Steele believes Penn State's favorable schedule and talented roster make them a team to watch closely this season.

In the SEC, Steele contends that the transition hasn't been as challenging for the Texas Longhorns as initially anticipated. Although they have daunting matchups against powerhouse teams like Michigan and Georgia, Steele notes that their strength lies in a balanced roster across all positions, including a top-ranked quarterback unit.

Further down Steele's rankings, the Oklahoma Sooners find themselves at the seventh spot. However, due to their challenging schedule, Steele projects them to fall to the twentieth spot in his season-long predictions. The Sooners face a rigorous lineup of opponents, including SEC powerhouses, resulting in a formidable test for the team.

Notre Dame Fighting Irish, led by new head coach Marcus Freeman, secures their spot in Steele's rankings, with Steele expressing optimism for a successful College Football Playoff run. Steele believes that if favored throughout their schedule, coupled with their talent, Notre Dame has the potential to make a deep playoff run.

In a surprising inclusion, Steele highlights Ole Miss as a potential playoff threat. With a loaded roster and quarterback Jaxson Dart, whom Steele considers a top contender for the Heisman Trophy, the Rebels are expected to have a strong start to the season and enter the expanded playoff conversation.

Phil Steele's rankings also reflect the promising outlook for Miami Hurricanes, as head coach Mario Cristobal aims to stabilize the program's success. Steele believes that Cristobal, known for his past accomplishments at Oregon, can initiate a turnaround for Miami, with various key additions strengthening the team.

In his comprehensive power poll, Steele ranks Kennesaw State at the bottom spot, emphasizing their position as the 134th ranked team for the 2024 season.

With the college football season quickly approaching, Phil Steele's rankings provide fans and analysts alike with an early glimpse of the potential contenders for the upcoming year. As teams prepare for their opening games, the stage is set for an exciting and highly competitive season on the gridiron.