So, the SI preseason rankings have tOSU below Michigan. Washington. And Houston.

http://www.si.com/college-football/2016/08/05/sports-illustrated-preseason-top-25-rankings

I get it, lots of new starters. But really: you look at the talent and depth on the rosters and conclude that Washington and Houston are better, and Michigan somehow has erased a 29 point gap in the last 9 months? Come on.