As Week 8 of the college football season unfolds, the latest AP Top 25 poll reflects a significant reshuffling following a surprising Saturday of games in which eight ranked teams suffered defeat.
Ohio State has maintained its dominant position as the No. 1 team in the nation, convincingly defeating then-No. 17 Illinois with a score of 34-16 on the road. Miami (Fla.), benefiting from a bye week, held steady at No. 2.
In a shocking turn of events, Oregon experienced an upset against Indiana, which marked a pivotal moment in their season. Indiana’s victory not only halted Oregon’s impressive 22-game home win streak but also propelled the Hoosiers into the top three for the first time in decades. This marked only the second win for Indiana over a top-five opponent in its history, a feat not achieved since 1967. Following their win, Texas A&M secured the No. 4 spot after a solid performance, defeating Florida 34-17. Ole Miss fell to No. 5 after a narrow escape against Washington State, winning by just a field goal.
Alabama continues to exceed expectations, rising to No. 6 after handing Missouri its first loss of the season with a close 27-24 victory. Texas Tech has joined the ranks of the unbeaten, overpowering Kansas by 25 points, and now holds the seventh position in the nation.
Oregon’s defeat did not result in a significant drop, leaving them ranked No. 8. Georgia gained momentum, scoring 20 consecutive points against Auburn to climb to No. 9. Meanwhile, LSU made a return to the top ten, securing a spot with a 20-10 victory over South Carolina.
This week’s poll highlights the unpredictable nature of college football, and fans are left eager to see how these rankings will continue to evolve as the season progresses.