The expanded 12-team College Football Playoff saw Ohio State emerge as the national champion. But how many teams are truly in contention for the title in 2025? For FOX Sports' Joel Klatt, the answer appears to be nine.

After ranking Penn State No. 1 in his post-spring poll, Joel Klatt kept the Nittany Lions in the top spot, while another team skyrocketed.

The preseason chatter is heating up, and Joel Klatt just added fuel to the fire. On "The Joel Klatt Show," he is slotting Clemson at No. 4 in his preseason Top 25 rankings, edging ahead of programs with more recent success. The move surprised some fans, but Klatt had a clear rationale.