1. Ohio State (8-0) | Last Week: 1
Ohio State keeps rolling, showing no signs of slowing down. At this point, it’s National Championship or bust for the Buckeyes, who have looked dominant in every facet of the game.
2. Indiana (9-0) | Last Week: 2
Indiana is having the greatest season in program history. The Hoosiers have demolished everyone in their path and are playing their best football when it matters most. Their time is now.
3. Alabama (7-1) | Last Week: 3
The Crimson Tide were on a bye, and they’ll ease back in against a struggling LSU squad. With Oklahoma looming next week, this feels more like a tune-up before a defining late-season clash.
4. Texas A&M (8-0) | Last Week: 4
The Aggies were also on a bye, but they return for a key matchup at Missouri. Texas A&M is the SEC’s lone unbeaten team, and this is their last real test before closing the season against in-state rival Texas.
5. Georgia (7-1) | Last Week: 5
Florida pushed Georgia to the edge, but the Bulldogs finished strong to pull out a gritty win. Now, they’ll hit the road to face Mississippi State in a potential trap game.
6. Oregon (7-1) | Last Week: 6
The Ducks had a week off but now travel to face a tough, defense-first Iowa team. Oregon’s offense will need to be sharp to avoid a late-season stumble.
7. Notre Dame (6-2) | Last Week: 9
The Irish keep stacking wins against overmatched opponents. Next up is Navy, which should offer another opportunity to fine-tune before the College Football Playoff begins in December.
8. BYU (8-0) | Last Week: 7
The Cougars were idle, but all eyes are on this weekend’s showdown in Lubbock. The winner between BYU and Texas Tech could punch their ticket to the College Football Playoff.
9. Ole Miss (8-1) | Last Week: 10
Ole Miss handled South Carolina comfortably and now hosts The Citadel. It’s another chance for the Rebels to stay sharp before a tougher closing slate.
10. Texas Tech (8-1) | Last Week: NR
The Red Raiders have surged back into the playoff conversation and now host undefeated BYU in the game of the week. Expect fireworks in Lubbock.
11. Oklahoma (7-2) | Last Week: NR
Oklahoma reasserted itself with a big win over Tennessee. After a bye, they’ll face Alabama in a matchup that could define their postseason fate. It’s win or go home for the Sooners.
12. Virginia (8-1) | Last Week: NR
Virginia continues to impress, steadily stacking victories and building momentum. The Cavaliers are hot, but questions remain about how they’ll fare against the elite powers like Alabama and Georgia.
Closing Thoughts:
As we enter the final stretch of the regular season, the margin for error is razor-thin. Ohio State and Indiana remain on a collision course for an epic matchup to determine who will win the Big Ten championship and determine who is this season’s true number 1, while teams like Alabama, Texas A&M, and BYU are continuing to keep their playoff dreams alive. With rivalry games and statement matchups on the horizon, Week 11 could be the week that defines the 2025 college football season.