Neither The AP or USA TODAY had Illinois football players on their preseason all-America lists — the highest ranked team to be shut out.

Announced on Monday, Alabama had four players named on the 2025 AP Preseason All-America Team. Offensive tackle Kadyn Proctor and wide receiver Ryan Williams were both named to the first team, while center Parker Brailsford and defensive tackle Tim Keenan III were named to the second team.