The AP Top 25 college football rankings saw significant changes this week, with Indiana making a historic leap to the top three and several teams entering the rankings after impressive wins. Here's a breakdown of the week's action and some key insights.
Indiana's Historic Rise
Indiana climbed to No. 3, marking its highest ranking ever under second-year coach Curt Cignetti. This achievement comes after a 10-point road victory over previously unbeaten Oregon, showcasing the team's resilience and potential.
Texas' Entry and Oklahoma's Plunge
Texas joined the Top 25 after a strong performance, while Oklahoma dropped out after its first loss. The Longhorns' win over a top-10 opponent without allowing a touchdown since 1979 is a notable achievement.
Conference Call and Ranked Matchups
The SEC leads with 10 teams in the Top 25, followed by the Big Ten with 5. The Big 12 has 4, the ACC has 3, the American has 2, and the Independent has 1. Several ranked matchups are highlighted, including Mississippi vs. Georgia, LSU vs. Vanderbilt, and Southern California vs. Notre Dame, each with its own intriguing history and stakes.
Poll Points and Turnover
Texas A&M and Nebraska achieved their highest regular-season rankings in years. Nebraska's consecutive rankings since 2013-14 are notable. The week saw the most turnover in a regular-season poll since 2022, with five teams dropping out.
New Entries and Exits
Southern California returned to the rankings after a strong home win over Michigan. Texas secured its first win against a ranked opponent. Utah and Cincinnati re-entered the rankings after impressive wins, while Michigan, Illinois, Arizona State, Iowa State, and Florida State dropped out.
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