Will the Sun Belt Conference finally crash the College Football Playoff party? Phil Steele, renowned college football analyst, joins to break down the 2025 Sun Belt season.

From James Madison's playoff aspirations to Charles Huff's surprising move to Southern Miss, this preview covers it all. Steele analyzes Louisiana and Texas State as West Division favorites, highlighting key players like Walker Howard and Keldrick Luster.

The East Division discussion focuses on JMU's potential, with insights on new coach Bob Chesney and quarterback Matt Sluka.

Tune in for expert predictions on how new coaches at Marshall and Appalachian State will impact the conference landscape, and discover which teams are poised for a breakthrough season.

0:00 Intro: Previewing 2025 Sun Belt Football with Phil Steele

5:41 Can a Sun Belt team make the playoffs?

10:51 Texas State's quarterback situation and outlook

16:25 Arkansas State's potential with returning players

22:48 JMU as Sun Belt East favorite

29:28 Georgia State's outlook under new coach

34:19 Outro: Where to find Phil Steele's magazine

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