In the U.S., not only is the NFL hugely popular, but college football also enjoys a status akin to a national pastime. Over 100 colleges participate in this fervent league. Today, we’re focusing on some of the elite college football teams.
1. University of Georgia (Georgia Bulldogs)
The first team we’ll explore is the University of Georgia’s ‘Georgia Bulldogs’, currently holding a top rank in the national college football league. Established in 1892, the team has secured numerous championships in the Southeastern Conference (SEC). Their matches against their rivals, the Florida Gators, are known as the “World’s Largest Outdoor Cocktail Party,” drawing in countless fans and creating a vibrant atmosphere. Notable NFL players like Matthew Stafford and Nick Chubb are alumni of this prestigious team.
2. University of Ohio State (Ohio State Buckeyes)
Next up is the University of Ohio State’s ‘Buckeyes’. Founded in 1890, the team competes at their home ground, ‘Ohio Stadium,’ capable of accommodating over 100,000 fans. They have fierce competition in the Big Ten Conference against formidable rivals like the University of Michigan and the University of Wisconsin. The Buckeyes consistently produce NFL Draft picks, most notably the Bosa brothers, who are currently making waves in the NFL.
3. Texas Christian University (TCU Horned Frogs)
Lastly, we’ll look at Texas Christian University’s ‘Horned Frogs’. The team has made its mark in various conferences and has been particularly successful in the Big 12 Conference in recent years. Their mascot, the ‘Horned Frog,’ is a distinctive feature of Texas and has made the fans affectionately known as the ‘Frog Army.’