The return of college football is almost here. In the meantime, let Yahoo Sports break down the players, coaches and teams that will decide the season.

There isn't a true top dog at running back entering the 2025 college football season, but there are plenty of players who have a case to be thought of as the player at the position.

With Week 0 rapidly approaching and the early-August lull in the sports calendar, it's a great time for college football fans and bettors to start getting their prep work in for the 2025 season.  Some of that is getting familiar with the trends once again;