Football video game enthusiasts have been eagerly counting down the days, and the wait is finally over. EA Sports has released its latest edition of College Football 25, a mere 11 years after its previous installment. The early Tuesday release marks a significant moment for fans who have been craving a new edition of this beloved franchise.
To get ahead of this highly anticipated launch, a comprehensive social media study was conducted over the past 30 days, tracking over 1 million tweets. The aim was to gauge the levels of excitement among fanbases of different college football teams regarding this new release.
The study revealed that the Texas Longhorns fanbase tops the list in terms of anticipation, with an impressive 92,307 tweets. This overwhelming response of support showcases the enthusiasm surrounding the game in Austin. Following closely behind, the Florida Gators fanbase generated 90,801 tweets, while Michigan fans contributed 81,400 tweets.
The top 10 behind Texas, Florida, and Michigan also saw Florida State with 79,334 tweets, Colorado with 72,334, Georgia with 61,487, Miami at 52,964, Alabama with 49,753, Kansas State clocking in at 43,875, and Oklahoma fans generating 40,766 tweets. These numbers highlight the widespread enthusiasm for College Football 25 across the country.
However, the excitement isn’t limited to these top teams. Fanbases from Arizona to Washington have all shown considerable interest. Notably, Arizona recorded 39,947 tweets, LSU had 37,155, Missouri with 36,863, Texas A&M at 36,742, Ohio State with 35,368, California generating 33,457, Oregon at 31,790, Notre Dame with 31,477, Tennessee at 30,674, Kansas recording 29,568, Virginia Tech with 29,400, Clemson at 28,134, Utah at 27,309, Washington making 26,941, and Michigan State at 26,879 tweets. This data underscores the nationwide reach and appeal of the game.
While the euphoria of the College Football 25 release captured the sports community's attention, political speculation also made waves. Reports surfaced on Friday suggesting possible changes in the presidential reelection bid. This prompted swift rebuttals from the White House.
Andrew Bates, a White House spokesperson, addressed the rumors directly: “That is not happening, period. The individuals making those claims are not speaking for his family or his team – and they will be proven wrong.” He further urged supporters to remain steadfast, adding, “Keep the faith.”
These developments led to a noticeable shift in the President's reelection odds, which moved from 8-1 to 16-1 within a span of two days. Despite the political noise, the primary focus for sports fans and gamers this week remains firmly on the new edition of College Football 25.
This week has truly been a rollercoaster for the sports and gaming communities. While the release of College Football 25 reignited passions across fanbases nationwide, the backdrop of political turbulence also added an unexpected twist to the narrative. For now, sports fans can immerse themselves in the virtual gridiron, celebrating the long-awaited return of a favorite classic.