Gear Up for Kickoff: Your Ultimate 2025 College Football Guide is Here!

The air is getting warmer, the days are getting longer, and a palpable sense of anticipation is building across the nation. For millions of fans, this can only mean one thing: college football season is on the horizon. And before the first tailgates are set up and the first fight songs are bellowed, there’s one essential, time-honored tradition: diving into the pages of Phil Steele’s 2025 College Football Preview Magazine.

For over thirty years, Phil Steele hasn’t just published a magazine; he’s crafted the essential companion for every true college football enthusiast. While others offer opinions, Steele delivers a meticulously researched, data-driven bible of the sport. It’s the resource trusted by broadcasters, analysts, and superfans alike. And this year’s edition is the most comprehensive yet.

What Makes the 2025 Phil Steele Magazine the #1 Resource?

1. Unrivaled Depth and Detail

• In-depth roster evaluations and projected depth charts.
• Position-by-position grades to see exactly where your team stacks up.
• Comprehensive coaching analysis and scheme breakdowns.
• Key player profiles and impact newcomer predictions.

2. The Stars of Tomorrow, Today

This year’s iconic cover features Arch Manning (Texas), Jeremiah Love (Notre Dame), Jeremiah Smith (Ohio State), CJ Allen (Georgia), and Drew Allar (Penn State). Inside, you’ll find scouting reports on these stars and hundreds more.

3. The Expert's Edge for Bettors and Fantasy Players

• Phil’s Exclusive Power Ratings: Understand the true strength of every team.
• Strength of Schedule Breakdowns: See who has a smooth path and who faces a gauntlet.
• Vegas Insights & Trends: Data-driven context that goes beyond the basic spread.

4. National and Conference Predictions

Who will make the expanded College Football Playoff? Steele uses his unique formula of historical data, returning starters, and advanced stats to make his acclaimed predictions.

A First Look Inside the 2025 Edition: What's New This Year?

• Transfer Portal Impact Grades – Analyze how effectively each team used the portal.
• Expanded Playoff Preview – Predictions for the full 12-team playoff format.
• NFL Valuation Correlations – Insight into how NIL is shaping rosters.

Phil Steele FAQ

Q: Is the Phil Steele magazine good for fantasy college football?
Yes, it’s the gold standard for depth charts, player profiles, and rankings.

Q: How accurate are Phil Steele's predictions?
They are consistently among the most accurate in the industry.

Q: When does the magazine ship?
Late May or early June, in time for preseason.

Q: Can I buy it in stores?
Some retailers carry it, but ordering online is the most reliable.