Reviewing Lindy’s College Football Magazine

The following post dives into reviewing Lindy’s college football magazine.

Lindy’s National College Football Magazine is an annual publication sold nationwide at major retailers like Walmart, CVS, and Walgreens ($11.99).

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Originally published in 1997, Lindy’s National College Football Magazine is designed for helping fans and bettors prepare for the upcoming college football season.

So, is it a helpful resource? Here’s what you need to know.

Overview

Lindy’s is one of the most popular college football magazines – up there with Athlon Sports and Phil Steele’s College Football Preview. Lindy’s includes special features on Heisman Trophy contenders, top NFL draft prospects, and the most anticipated games of the season.

Team Previews

Each D-I team gets a one-page or two-page spread filled with all kinds of information.

Included in every write-up is an overview of offense, defense, special teams, and projected starters. You’ll also find this year’s schedule, top newcomers, last year’s results, and more.

Pictured: 2024 Kansas Jayhawks Football Preview

Conference Previews

In addition to team-specific previews, Lindy’s also offers conference previews which are particularly helpful in the modern world of conference realignment. Even for smaller conferences like the MAC, they do a great job of providing in-depth analysis and insights.

Pictured: Half of the 2024 MAC conference preview.

In Conclusion

There’s a ton of helpful information. The write-ups span roster and coaching changes, key stats, schedules, and more. The intuitive layout makes it easy to find any team you’re looking for.

Lindy’s National College Football Magazine is a convenient and accessible resource that is worth picking up for anyone looking to prepare for the upcoming college football season.