When the 2025 season kicked off, 136 teams believed they had what it took to run the table. Two months and more than 800 games later, only six remain undefeated—a select group that has survived the chaos, the upsets, and the relentless grind of college football’s highest level to remain undefeated, so far: BYU Cougars, Georgia Tech Yellow Jackets, Indiana Hoosiers, Navy Midshipmen, Ohio State Buckeyes, and Texas A&M Aggies.
It’s no surprise Inspire’s hometown team Georgia Tech is 8-0; not when they have Buffalo Wild Wings (BWW) GO, Dunkin’, and Jimmy John’s within minutes of Bobby Dodd Stadium. Says BWW GO franchisee Mike Kuzminsky, “When we talk about what’s fueling these football players, it’s almost impossible to underestimate food. And at our Georgia Tech campus BWW GO, it’s easier than ever for students to order, pickup, and eat before a big game – especially if they’ll be on the field later!”
Mike may be on to something. As we enter Week Ten of the season, all six 2025 undefeated NCAA FBS teams are within three miles of three Inspire brand restaurants.
Could ‘freaky fast’ on the field be connected to freaky fast off it? It’s worth noting that all six teams have a Jimmy John’s within three miles of campus—a curious pattern for programs known for their speed.
Whether you’re a player or a fan, you can’t be afraid to go big with your pre-game spread. Grab Arby’s Steak Nuggets, now available in a 5 or 9-count, or try the new Arby’s Deep Fried Turkey Sandwiches. In the mood for another kind of sandwich? Jimmy John’s Picklewich is bigger and better than ever with six mouthwatering options to satisfy the brine-iest of cravings. Of course, BWW’s Ultimate Sampler and You Pick Six starting at $19.99 is the perfect mix and match for you and your crew.
Texas A&M Aggies’ Rueben Owens and Marcel Reed know that SONIC, the official quick service restaurant of the SEC, is where football goes to burger. Score the brand’s new Pretzel Bacon SONIC Smasher through the SONIC App.
After the game, grab a Dunkin’ coffee (or Harpoon Dunkin’ Nitro Brown Sugar Shakin’ Espresso Stout) to keep the good energy going, or celebrate your team’s win with Baskin-Robbins’ latest Flavor of the Month or SONIC’s new Peppermint Brownie Bark Shake.
Inspire strives to be the franchisor of choice in the restaurant industry, and the success of franchisees who choose to grow within its portfolio of brands is the strongest testament to that mission. That’s why anything is possible with Inspire: any brand, any format, any space – even a busy college campus.
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