1974 NCAA Division I Football season

The 1974 NCAA Division I football season was the top level of college football in the United States, featuring schools competing for the national championship. It was the first season after the NCAA split its top division, creating Division I. Miami (Ohio) finished the regular season undefeated and was recognized as the national champion, though there was some dispute among polls and voters. The season also ended with the Sugar Bowl, where Oklahoma defeated Penn State. This year marked a shift toward a more structured competition, setting the foundation for the modern college football landscape.