College football QB battles 2025: Ohio State, Alabama, Tennessee settle depth charts as Week 1 approaches

As the 2025 college football season approaches, several prominent programs have announced their starting quarterbacks. Ohio State will start Julian Sayin, a former five-star prospect, in their opener against Texas. Sayin, who served as a backup last season, secured the position over Lincoln Kienholz and Tavien St. Clair.

Alabama has named Ty Simpson as their starting quarterback. Simpson, who chose to stay with the Crimson Tide despite limited playing time previously, won the role over Washington transfer Austin Mack.

Tennessee will be led by Joey Aguilar, a former App State standout and UCLA transfer. Aguilar edged out Jake Merklinger and George MacIntyre for the starting job.

Syracuse will start Notre Dame transfer Steve Angeli as they aim to build on a successful 2024 season. Angeli had limited playing time at Notre Dame but demonstrated his capabilities in critical moments.

Boston College has selected Dylan Lonergan, an Alabama transfer, to replace former starter Thomas Castellanos. Lon