"2023 College Football: Breakout Teams, Top Games, and National Title Contenders"
Five Power Five college football programs that had breakout seasons in 2022, including Duke, Illinois, Mississippi State, Purdue, and TCU, are likely to take a step back in the 2023 season. Factors such as tougher schedules, key departures, and new coaching staffs could contribute to their regression. Despite their success in 2022, these teams may struggle to replicate their performances in the upcoming season.