The Texas Longhorns managed to secure a close victory against Vanderbilt with a score of 27-24 over the weekend. However, despite their win, they dropped one spot in the Associated Press Top 25 rankings, now sitting at No. 6. The Miami Hurricanes took their place in the top 5, while Oregon, Georgia, Penn State, and Ohio State maintained their positions above Miami.
On the other hand, Texas A&M soared up the rankings after a dominant 38-23 win against Louisiana State. Quarterback Marcel Reed played a crucial role in the victory, scoring three rushing touchdowns in the second half. Reed replaced Connor Weigman in the third quarter, leading the team to success. The Aggies’ defense also shined, intercepting LSU’s Garrett Nussmeier three times. With this impressive performance, Texas A&M climbed four spots to secure the No. 10 position. In contrast, LSU fell eight spots to No. 16 after the defeat.
Tennessee managed to hold onto their No. 7 ranking, while Notre Dame climbed four spots to No. 8 following a convincing 51-14 win over Navy. Additionally, Brigham Young rose two spots to claim the No. 9 spot in the rankings.
Two new teams entered the rankings this week, with Washington State at No. 22 and Colorado at No. 23. Vanderbilt narrowly missed the cut, receiving 41 points in the voting process, just behind No. 25 Missouri.
Overall, it was a thrilling week in college football, with several teams experiencing significant shifts in the rankings. Fans can expect more exciting matchups and surprises as the season progresses. Stay tuned for more updates on your favorite teams and players as they continue to battle for the top spots in the rankings.