Joel Klatt explained what defining success looks like for the 2025 season. He analyzed what the Alabama Crimson Tide need to do in year two without Nick Saban. Joel broke down what the Ohio State Buckeyes and Ryan Day need to do to have a successful season post winning the national championship.

Joel Klatt Ranks LSU Over Alabama in Preseason Top 25 for One Key Reason originally appeared on Athlon Sports.

Defensively, this is still a stout unit even after losing Mason Graham, Kenneth Grant, and Will Johnson. Transfer tackles Tré Williams and Damon Payne should eat space inside with Rayshaun Benny, Derrick Moore, TJ Guy, and Jaishawn Barham (who is expected to receive more pass rushing opportunities) attacking opposing quarterbacks.