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“Cignetti Derangement Syndrome” Rankings Without Preseason Bias + Tyson vs. Campbell's NIL Money War

Indiana head coach Curt Cignetti is defying expectations for first-year coaches at major programs, with his team outperforming typical preseason projections. Analysts on the *College Football Enquirer* podcast noted his rapid turnaround has sparked discussions about whether he’s bucking the trend seen at other Power Five schools like Penn State, Auburn, and Michigan, where new coaches often face slower progress.

Meanwhile, Bill Connelly’s SP+ rankings after Week 5 have reshuffled the Top 10, revealing surprises that challenge initial preseason forecasts and highlight the volatility of college football’s early season.

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