Alabama Rises While Penn State and Texas Plummet in Latest US LBM Coaches Poll College Football Rankings

Penn State and Texas Slide as Coaches Poll Sees Dramatic Shifts

US LBM Coaches Poll: Top Teams Remain Steady Amid Surprises

The latest US LBM Coaches Poll, analyzed by Emegypt, showcases significant changes this week, particularly for Penn State and Texas after unexpected losses. Despite the turbulence, the top five teams, including Oregon and Miami (Fla.), have maintained their positions.

Ohio State Leads Unchanged Top Five

Ohio State continues to dominate the poll, remaining at No. 1 after decisively overtaking Minnesota. An impressive 59 out of 66 first-place votes bolstered their leading position. Oregon remains the second-ranked team, with three first-place votes despite a weekend break. Miami (Fla.) secured the third spot with three top votes after a narrow victory over archrival Florida State.

• No. 4 Mississippi benefited from an open date and holds its spot.
• Texas A&M, emerging victorious against Mississippi State, rounds out the top five with the final first-place vote.

Shifts in Rankings: Texas and Penn State Hit Hard

The shakeup begins with Oklahoma climbing to No. 6, poised for a matchup against Texas, who fell from No. 7 to No. 19 following a surprising defeat at Florida. Indiana rises to No. 7, preparing for a crucial game against Oregon.

Alabama ascends to No. 8 after revenging last season’s defeat against Vanderbilt, marking their return to the top 10. Georgia and Texas Tech complete the upper rankings, securing their spots at No. 9 and No. 10, respectively.

Entry and Exit: Virginia and Memphis Join the Ranks

Virginia has climbed into the rankings at No. 24, following two consecutive overtime wins, while Memphis, the first team to reach six wins and gain bowl eligibility, enters at No. 25. Their ascent has displaced Utah from the standings, and Florida State has also dropped out this week.

Penn State, despite a surprising loss to previously winless UCLA, remains in the standings at No. 22, though their position remains tentative.

For more on these developments, stay tuned to Emegypt’s detailed analysis and highlights of college football’s fast-paced shifts.