2025 CUSA Football: Projections & Preview
- Conference USA (CUSA) remains a dynamic league,marked by consistent change and the integration of new programs.
- In recent years, relative newcomers to FBS have dominated CUSA, with Liberty claiming the title and a Fiesta bowl bid two years ago, followed by Jacksonville...
- Looking ahead to 2025, Liberty appears poised to reclaim the top spot.though, Jacksonville State's unexpected success last year serves as a reminder that surprises are always possible...
Assess the upcoming 2025 CUSA football season with this premiere preview.News Directory 3 provides an in-depth look at the conference,spotlighting Liberty as the frontrunner. This thorough piece breaks down the league’s evolving landscape, including rising stars like Jacksonville
State and Sam Houston, offering key insights into potential contenders. Explore crucial matchups and analyze team performances as the season approaches. Uncover the strategies, the narratives, and the talents poised to make a statement. Discover what’s next for Conference USA football.
Liberty Favored in Evolving Conference USA Football Landscape
Updated May 30,2025
Conference USA (CUSA) remains a dynamic league,marked by consistent change and the integration of new
programs. With the addition of Delaware and Missouri State, the Football Bowl Subdivision (FBS) now includes
136 teams, a notable portion of which have, at some point, been part of CUSA. The conference has become a
launchpad for FCS programs transitioning to FBS, solidifying its identity through quantity and prospect.
In recent years, relative newcomers to FBS have dominated CUSA, with Liberty claiming the title and a Fiesta
bowl bid two years ago, followed by Jacksonville state’s victory in 2024 during its second year in the
division.Sam Houston, another second-year program, also impressed with a 10-3 record.
Looking ahead to 2025, Liberty appears poised to reclaim the top spot.though, Jacksonville State’s unexpected
success last year serves as a reminder that surprises are always possible in Conference USA football.
2024 Season Recap
| TEAM | REC. (CONF) | SP+ RK | OFF. SP+ | DEF. SP+ | ST SP+ |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Jacksonville St. | 9-5 (7-1) | 73 | 57 | 81 | 109 |
| Western Kentucky | 8-6 (6-2) | 78 | 101 | 62 | 13 |
| Sam Houston | 10-3 (6-2) | 98 | 117 | 46 | 133 |
| Liberty | 8-4 (5-3) | 71 | 60 | 70 | 110 |
| La. Tech | 5-8 (4
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