College football teams can ride a well-rounded roster to a Top 25 ranking. If they don't have a top-tier quarterback, though, they'll probably fall short of the ultimate prize.
Yes, winning the College Football Playoff national title is every team's primary goal. However, winning a conference crown should not be discounted in any league, no matter whether Power Five or Group of Five.
It's no coincidence that 2021's top conference contenders all have a great quarterback.
Unlike most positions in this preseason series, depth of talent isn't the focus. Basically every other position needs a rotation, but effective quarterback situations very much do not.