Looking ahead to the 2026 college football season? Professional bettor Brad Powers is already crunching the numbers, using his proprietary NCAAF power ratings to identify value in the win total markets. Last week, he broke down how to build those ratings. This week, he's putting them to work, revealing his top three best bets for the 2026 campaign.

Forget simply counting wins and losses on a schedule. Powers employs a more sophisticated method, converting projected point spreads for every game into a win probability. By summing these probabilities across a 12-game slate, he arrives at a precise projected win total. This approach is crucial for teams with several toss-up games, where a basic "win/loss" count can be misleading.

So, which teams are catching his eye for 2026? While he's keeping his full card close to the vest, Powers hints that the Georgia Bulldogs are primed for another dominant season, making their win total a potential target. As the SEC powerhouse continues to reload with elite talent, their consistency under head coach Kirby Smart makes them a perennial contender to eclipse a high win threshold.

Stay tuned as the 2026 season approaches for more in-depth analysis and specific picks from Brad Powers. In the meantime, it's never too early to start planning your game day gear. Whether you're backing the Bulldogs or another contender, representing your team in style is part of the college football tradition.