Ohio State, Miami Top Rankings as Texas, Penn State Exit AP Top 25
After notable upsets in college football, Texas and Penn State have both fallen out of the AP Top 25 rankings. This shift occurred following their unexpected losses to unranked teams, marking a significant drop for the preseason favorites.
Ohio State and Miami Claim Top Spots
Maintaining the top position is Ohio State, which secured No. 1 with 40 first-place votes. Miami has surged to the second spot, moving past Oregon, after a strong victory against Florida State. The Hurricanes received 21 first-place votes, underscoring their impressive performance.
Current AP Top 25 Rankings
- 1. Ohio State (5-0)
- 2. Miami (5-0)
- 3. Oregon (5-0)
- 4. Ole Miss (5-0)
- 5. Texas A&M (5-0)
- 6. Oklahoma (5-0)
- 7. Indiana (5-0)
- 8. Alabama (4-1)
- 9. Texas Tech (4-1)
- 10. Georgia (4-1)
Historical Context of Rankings
The drop of both Texas and Penn State is rare in AP poll history. Since the inception of the preseason poll in 1950, only three times have teams starting ranked No. 1 or No. 2 fallen out. The last instance was in 2012 when preseason No. 1 USC exited the rankings.
Following up on this context, Clemson also finds itself unranked after starting the season as the fourth team. This marks an unusual trend, as three of the top four preseason teams are unranked just one week into October.
Impending Matchups
Looking forward, notable upcoming games include:
- No. 1 Ohio State visits No. 17 Illinois
- No. 6 Oklahoma faces Texas in the Red River Rivalry
- No. 7 Indiana battles No. 3 Oregon
- No. 8 Alabama goes up against No. 14 Missouri
These matchups will be critical as teams continue to jockey for position in the rankings.
Conclusion
The college football landscape is dynamic and filled with surprises. The fall of Texas and Penn State provides a reminder of the unpredictable nature of the sport. As teams gear up for significant games, the rankings will likely continue to shift.
