A look at the college football strength of schedule rankings ahead of the release of the first College Football Playoff rankings of 2025.
College football strength of schedule continues to be a topic of discussion this season as the second edition of the 12-team College Football Playoff (CFP) approaches.
According to ESPN's Football Power Index (FPI), the Wisconsin Badgers have played the toughest schedule so far this season.
Strength of schedule rankings will differ from preseason rankings, such as Phil Steele's.
Author's summary: College football strength of schedule rankings for 2025 season.