Ohio State Commands 89% Odds to Hit AP No. 1 as Texas Trails at 46%
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Updated · Sports Illustrated · Aug 16
Ohio State Commands 89% Odds to Hit AP No. 1 as Texas Trails at 46%
2 articles · Updated · Sports Illustrated · Aug 16
Summary
Kalshi’s college football market gives Ohio State an 89% chance to be ranked No. 1 in the AP Poll at some point this season, making it the only team above 50%.
Texas sits next at 46%, followed by Notre Dame at 44%, Oregon at 43% and Georgia at 31%, underscoring how far ahead the Buckeyes are in the market.
Ohio State’s edge reflects expectations around a loaded roster, with quarterback Julian Sayin coming off 3,610 yards and 32 touchdowns and receiver Jeremiah Smith posting 2,558 yards and 27 scores.
The Buckeyes also enter the AP preseason poll release Monday after landing No. 1 in the AFCA Coaches Poll, even after sending 11 players to the NFL and rebuilding through transfers.
Ohio State has reached the top spot 23 times historically and was ranked No. 1 in each of the last two seasons, reinforcing why traders expect another run.