The preseason Amway Coaches Poll is out. USA TODAY's Paul Myerberg breaks down the biggest college football story lines from the top 25. USA TODAY
Almost eight months later, the scene remains jarring. A blur of touchdowns followed by a rain of confetti in orange and purple, as those supposedly invincible guys in the crimson jerseys watched, stunned – just like everyone else.
If it felt like something changed with Clemson’s emphatic win against Alabama in the College Football Playoff national championship game, the lingering residue is reflected in the preseason Amway Coaches Poll. And it’s not just that Clemson is ranked No.