Ole Miss coach Lane Kiffin took shots at teams that made the tournament last season over his program.

This article was originally published on www.si.com/fannation/college/cfb-hq as Ranking college football's surprise teams in 2025, per Phil Steele. With the historic expansion of the College Football Playoff to 12 teams, the race for the national championship has opened up in a way it never has been before.

In a matter of hours Tuesday, the Longhorns provided a pair of reminders — both at the expense of defending SEC champion Georgia — about its growing presence on the recruiting paths.

Atkinson has been dominant throughout his high school career, receiving interest since bursting onto the scene as a freshman.