Level 5 Teams

These teams should go 11-1 or 12-0 and win their conference.  They should finish the regular season in the Top 5 and be in contention for a Playoff spot.  Anything less that should be considered a disappointment.  Remember...this does NOT do into account the schedule or coaching.

1.  Alabama
Bama has the best backfield in the nation.  If Jalen Hurts develops as a passer, they should have at least nine double digit victories. The defense, while young, is full of talent.  In an unusual twist for Bama, the best part of this defense will be the secondary led by Minka Fitzpatrick.

2.  Ohio State
If there is a team that has equal talent to Bama, it's Ohio State.  The Buckeyes are led by QB JT Barrett.  The defense is so talented that Nick Bosa isn't even considered a starter.  The only weakness for this team is special teams, but Urban Meyer is known as a special teams guru.

3.  Florida State
The Noles are loaded.  DB Derwin James is back healthy, giving the Noles the best defense in the ACC.  Deondre Francois' development will be key, but has Heisman finalist talent.  Even with some loses, they will once again has some of the best skill players in the league as well.  The schedule is a doozy, but on paper is on the most talented teams in the country.  They have few weaknesses, and thanks to great recruiting, they have depth.

4.  Oklahoma
The Sooners have the best 1-2 punch at QB with returning starter Baker Mayfield and transfer Kyler Murray.  The Sooners are in the top 3 at every position in the Big 12, and there isn't a school close to them in overall talent.

5.  USC
I debated on whether to put USC as a Level 5 team or at the top of the list for Level 4 teams.  When I compare them, though, to everyone else in the PAC 12, there isn't a comparison.  They have the top QB in Sam Darnold, and they have team speed everywhere.  Baring injuries, they should be favored in every game.