Dawgs, Ducks, Tech Rise in Poll; A&M Falls to Seventh
Texas A&M experienced a notable drop in the latest Associated Press college football poll, falling from a top-five position. This comes after their defeat against Texas, which marked their first fall from the top five in two months. Meanwhile, Texas Tech achieved its highest ranking in 17 years, highlighting a significant shake-up within the poll just a week before the postseason begins.
Dawgs, Ducks, Tech Rise in Poll
The latest AP poll, released on November 30, 2025, shows the following top teams:
| Rank | Team | Record |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Ohio State (61 votes) | 12-0 |
| 2 | Indiana (5 votes) | 12-0 |
| 3 | Georgia | 11-1 |
| 4 | Oregon | 11-1 |
| 5 | Texas Tech | 11-1 |
| 6 | Ole Miss | 11-1 |
| 7 | Texas A&M | 11-1 |
| 8 | Oklahoma | 10-2 |
| 9 | Notre Dame | 10-2 |
| 10 | Alabama | 10-2 |
Season Breakdown
Ohio State and Indiana remain the only unbeaten teams, leading the rankings for the seventh consecutive week. Both teams will face off in the Big Ten Championship game this Saturday.
Georgia and Alabama will also meet in another significant conference title game. Texas Tech is set to compete against BYU in the Big 12 Championship, having previously defeated them 29-7 during the regular season.
Group of Five Teams on the Rise
This week’s poll features a record four teams from Group of Five conferences, showcasing their rising prominence in college football:
- James Madison – Ranked 19th, the highest amongst Group of Five teams.
- North Texas – Ranked 20th, facing Tulane in the American Championship.
- Tulane – Ranked 21st.
- Navy – Ranked 23rd, making its first appearance in the Top 25 since 2019.
This shift in the rankings is significant, as it marks the last time four Group of Five teams were acknowledged in the final poll of the 2024 season.
Upcoming Matchups
The upcoming conference championship games are highly anticipated, featuring ranked teams and potential playoff implications. Key matchups include:
- No. 1 Ohio State vs. No. 2 Indiana
- No. 3 Georgia vs. No. 10 Alabama
- No. 5 Texas Tech vs. No. 11 BYU
- No. 16 Virginia vs. Duke
As the postseason approaches, the shake-up in rankings adds excitement for college football fans. Teams are preparing for critical games that could define their season and playoff aspirations.
