No. 1 Texas had one player from each level of its defense on the first team: edge rusher Colin Simmons, linebacker Anthony Hill Jr. and safety Michael Taaffe. No. 2 Penn State’s picks were running back Nicholas Singleton, offensive lineman Olaivavega Ioane and defensive lineman Zane Durant.

Announced on Monday, Alabama had four players named on the 2025 AP Preseason All-America Team. Offensive tackle Kadyn Proctor and wide receiver Ryan Williams were both named to the first team, while center Parker Brailsford and defensive tackle Tim Keenan III were named to the second team.