IU football reaches highest ranking in AP poll since 2020.
(AP) — Indiana University football team has reached its highest ranking in the Associated Press college football poll since 2020, securing the No. 8 spot after a remarkable victory over Michigan State. This is the Hoosiers' best ranking in a non-pandemic season since they were ranked No. 4 during their 1967 Rose Bowl season.
The Hoosiers showcased their dominance with a convincing 47-10 win on the road, marking a historic milestone as they became 9-0 for the first time in program history. Impressively, every win this season has come by double digits.
“Indiana jumped five spots to No. 8, its highest ranking since it was No. 7 in 2020.”
Oregon maintained its position as the unanimous No. 1 team in the AP Top 25 for the third consecutive week following a strong performance against Michigan, solidifying its chances for a top selection in the upcoming College Football Playoff rankings.
Poll Points
Clemson and Iowa State faced significant drops after home losses, with Clemson falling eight spots to No. 19 and Iowa State dropping six spots to No. 17.
“Army, at No. 18, has its highest ranking since it was No. 10 at midseason in 1960.”
In-and-Out
Vanderbilt's recent victory allowed them to return to the poll at No. 24 after a brief absence, while Louisville made a comeback at No. 25 following an upset win against Clemson.
Conference Call
- SEC — 8 teams (Nos. 2, 5, 7, 11, 14, 15, 16, and others).
- ACC — Several teams including Nos. from last week's poll.
- Big Ten — Notably includes Indiana at No. 8.
- Big Twelve — Includes notable matchups ahead of next week’s games.
Ranked vs Ranked
- No.2 Georgia is set to face off against other ranked teams this week as competition heats up across conferences.
- No.11 Alabama will look to rebound against another highly ranked opponent following their previous encounters.