Curious about historically successful college football teams

Hey guys, I'm quite interested in college football and I'm trying to figure out which schools have had the most success overall. I'm not just talking about recent years but historically too. Can someone shed some light on this for me?

Sure! There are several colleges renowned for their historic success in football. The 'winningest' program, as in the program with the most wins in history, would be the University of Michigan. They have a proud tradition and have been a perennial contender in the Big Ten Conference.

Next up, we have the University of Notre Dame Fighting Irish. Known for their storied history, they've had 11 national championships and seven Heisman Trophy winners. Their on-field successes, combined with their historic rivalries, make them a household name in college football.

The University of Alabama is another powerhouse. With Coach Bear Bryant, Alabama dominated the sports scene in the 60s and 70s. Under Coach Nick Saban's leadership, they've seen a resurgence of success recently and have posted multiple undefeated seasons and national championships.

Ohio State University is another historic football program. They have the highest winning percentage of all time and have claimed multiple national championships and Big Ten titles.

Let's not forget the University of Southern California (USC) and the University of Oklahoma. USC is known for its dominance in the Pacific-10 Conference, while Oklahoma has the most victories and highest winning percentage in the Big 12 Conference.

Remember, each college football program's success fluctuates based on numerous factors - such as coaching staff and recruitment classes. So the "most successful" team can vary depending on the metrics and time frame you're looking at. Nonetheless, the previously mentioned five colleges are universally recognized as having had historical success in college football.