Georgia Retakes Top Spot in AP Top 25, Texas Rises to Eighth
The University of Georgia has reclaimed the number one position in the AP Top 25, while the University of Texas has climbed two spots to eighth.
The University of Georgia has once again ascended to the pinnacle of college football, securing the top spot in the latest AP Top 25 rankings 123. This marks a return to the number one position for Georgia, which had previously held this esteemed rank 123.
In the wake of Georgia's triumph, other notable Southeastern Conference (SEC) teams also made their presence felt in the rankings. The University of Alabama, another SEC powerhouse, secured the seventh spot 12. Meanwhile, the University of Tennessee found itself just behind Alabama, taking the ninth place 12.
Texas, on the other hand, saw a significant rise in the rankings, moving up two spots to claim the eighth position 13. This climb comes after a strong performance that has seen the Longhorns gain recognition from the national media 13.
The University of Indiana maintained its strong standing, holding onto the sixth spot in the rankings 12. Additionally, the University of Texas Tech rounded out the top ten, securing the tenth spot 12.
Ohio State, however, experienced a notable drop in the rankings, sliding down to the twenty-first position following the release of the first College Football Playoff rankings of the season 13. This shift underscores the competitive nature of the college football landscape, where teams can see significant changes in their standings based on recent performances.
UCLA, meanwhile, continued its impressive run, remaining unbeaten and achieving its highest ranking in 25 years as an undefeated team 3. The Bruins' current record of nine wins and no losses is reminiscent of their success in 1998, marking a significant milestone for the program 3.
What we know
- Georgia is ranked No. 1 in the AP Top 25 123
- Alabama is ranked No. 7 in the AP Top 25 12
- Texas is ranked No. 8 in the AP Top 25 123
- Tennessee is ranked No. 9 in the AP Top 25 12
- Texas Tech is ranked No. 10 in the AP Top 25 12
- Indiana is ranked No. 6 in the AP Top 25 12
- Ohio State is likely ranked No. 21 in the AP Top 25 13
- Georgia received 53 of the 70 first-place votes from the media 1
- UCLA is 9-0 for the first time since 1998 1
- Texas moved up two spots to be ranked eighth in the AP Top 25 3
- UCLA achieved its highest ranking in 25 years as an unbeaten team 3
- Ohio State's ranking dropped significantly following the first College Football Playoff rankings of the year 3
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Trust Score report
- confirmed
Georgia is ranked No. 1 in the AP Top 25.
85% · supported by 3 - confirmed
Alabama is ranked No. 7 in the AP Top 25.
85% · supported by 2 - confirmed
Texas is ranked No. 8 in the AP Top 25.
85% · supported by 3 - confirmed
Tennessee is ranked No. 9 in the AP Top 25.
85% · supported by 2 - confirmed
Texas Tech is ranked No. 10 in the AP Top 25.
85% · supported by 2 - confirmed
Indiana is ranked No. 6 in the AP Top 25.
85% · supported by 2 - likely
Ohio State is ranked No. 21 in the AP Top 25.
71% · supported by 2 - likely
Georgia received 53 of the 70 first-place votes from the media.
71% · supported by 1 - likely
UCLA is 9-0 for the first time since 1998.
71% · supported by 1 - likely
Texas moved up two spots to be ranked eighth in the AP Top 25.
70% · supported by 1 - likely
UCLA achieved its highest ranking in 25 years as an unbeaten team.
70% · supported by 1 - likely
Ohio State's ranking dropped significantly following the first College Football Playoff rankings of the year.
70% · supported by 1 - unverified
UCLA is ranked No. 4 in the AP Top 25.
50% · supported by 1, contradicted by 1 - unverified
Utah is ranked No. 2 in the AP Top 25.
50% · supported by 1, contradicted by 1 - unverified
Notre Dame is ranked No. 3 in the AP Top 25.
50% · supported by 1, contradicted by 1 - unverified
Miami is ranked No. 5 in the AP Top 25.
50% · supported by 1, contradicted by 1 - unverified
Oregon is ranked No. 18 in the AP Top 25.
50% · supported by 1, contradicted by 1 - unverified
SMU is ranked No. 25 in the AP Top 25.
50% · supported by 1, contradicted by 1
Sources & references
- ESPN — Georgia returns to No. 1 in AP Top 25; Buckeyes' fall continues down to No. 21
- CBS Sports College Football — Tomorrow's Top 25 Today: Georgia reclaims No. 1 spot, Tennessee joins top 10 in college football rankings
- KXAN Austin (Austin) — Georgia is back at No. 1 in AP Top 25; Texas moves up two spots to No. 8
