Cignetti and Smart Lead 2026 Coaching Tiers as Schedule Disparities and Pressure Mount
The Athletic ranks Curt Cignetti and Kirby Smart as the top college football coaches for 2026, highlighting a tiered system that weighs resources and longevity. Meanwhile, Sports Illustrated and Bleacher Report identify significant schedule disparities, with Ohio State and Texas facing the toughest slates, while On3 highlights six programs under intense pressure to succeed after disappointing 2025 seasons.