What 20 college football programs have the most losses in history?

What 20 college football programs have the most losses in history?

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The 20 college football programs with the most losses in NCAA history have been identified, highlighting both expected and surprising entries. Indiana tops the list with 715 losses, followed by Northwestern with 710, and Rutgers with 701. Wake Forest, Kansas, and Iowa State are also among the top five, with 693, 686, and 681 losses respectively. Other notable teams include Tulane, Kansas State, and Vanderbilt, with loss counts ranging from 677 to 671. Additionally, Rice, Kentucky, and Virginia feature prominently, each having accumulated more than 600 losses. This list reflects historical struggles and varying levels of recent success among these programs.

Originally by Barry Werner, List Wireon August 12, 2025
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