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4 College Football Teams Named 'Mystery Teams' In 2023

Texas A&M head coach Jimbo Fisher is interviewed during the  Southwest Classic.

ARLINGTON, TX - SEPTEMBER 25: Texas A&M Aggies head coach Jimbo Fisher is interviewed on the field during the Southwest Classic college football game between the Texas A&M Aggies and Arkansas Razorbacks on September 25, 2021 at AT&T Stadium in Arlington, TX. (Photo by Matthew Visinsky/Icon Sportswire via Getty Images)

Earlier this week, college football analyst Josh Pate named four "mystery" programs heading into the 2023 season.

"There is a lot of mystery at this time of year in general, but there are some programs I have no clue about," Pate said. "I have no idea what to expect. Quite frankly, I have a hard time explaining what we're getting from them, and I certainly have no clue what to expect in 2023."

Here's the full list:

  • Florida
  • Michigan State
  • Oklahoma State
  • Texas A&M

It's a compelling list.

Both Florida and Texas A&M entered the season as dark horse candidates to compete in a crowded SEC. Unfortunately, both programs struggled to find traction during the season.

A&M finished the season with a 5-7 record and now Jimbo Fisher is on the hot seat after missing a bowl game. Meanwhile, Florida sat at 6-4 through 10 games, but ended the season on a three-game losing streak - including the team's bowl game.