Week 10 Shakeup: Updated NCAA Top 25 College Football Rankings

BOOK AWAY GAME TRAVEL NOW!
Flights | Hotels | Vacation Rentals | Rental Cars | Experiences

Week 10 in college football really shook things up. Several ranked teams got knocked off by underdogs, while others hung on at the top.

The first College Football Playoff rankings are just around the corner. The new Coaches Poll and AP Top 25 hint at how much things are shifting right now.

Oklahoma pulled off a big win over Tennessee. Georgia Tech finally lost, and Ohio State and Indiana just keep rolling.

Let’s dig into what happened and what it all means.

Table of Contents

Key Upsets and Their Impact

There were some real shockers this week. A handful of ranked teams fell to unranked opponents, which always stirs the pot.

These upsets have definitely messed with the rankings. For some teams, playoff dreams are on life support.

Oklahoma’s Crucial Win

Oklahoma managed to avoid a third loss in four games by beating Tennessee in Knoxville. That win was huge for the Sooners and might just be a turning point in Brent Venables’ tenure.

The road ahead is tough, but this victory keeps Oklahoma in the playoff hunt.

Georgia Tech’s Defensive Meltdown

Georgia Tech’s undefeated run ended with a defensive collapse against NC State. Now they’re just another one-loss team fighting for a spot in the ACC title game.

The pressure’s on for the Yellow Jackets as the regular season winds down.

Top Performers and Dominant Teams

Some teams didn’t flinch at all. The Big Ten, for example, is still flexing at the top of the polls.

Ohio State and Indiana’s Commanding Wins

Ohio State and Indiana both blew out their opponents on Saturday. Their spots at the top look pretty safe right now.

Could we be heading for a Big Ten title showdown between these two? Feels likely.

Alabama and Georgia’s Steady Climb

Alabama and Georgia both picked up key wins, keeping them firmly in the top five. At 7-1, both are right in the thick of the playoff chase.

The SEC is looking strong again, no surprises there.

Updated NCAA Top 25 Polls

The new Coaches Poll and AP Top 25 are out, and the shakeups from Week 10 are obvious. Here’s how things stand:

Coaches Poll

1. Ohio State (8-0) – 1596 points (60 first-place votes)
2. Indiana (9-0) – 1525 points (1 first-place vote)
3. Texas A&M (8-0) – 1479 points (3 first-place votes)
4. Alabama (7-1) – 1385 points
5. Georgia (7-1) – 1335 points
6. Oregon (7-1) – 1284 points
7. Ole Miss (8-1) – 1213 points
8. BYU (8-0) – 1157 points
9. Texas Tech (8-1) – 1028 points
10. Notre Dame (6-2) – 992 points
11. Virginia (8-1) – 852 points
12. Oklahoma (7-2) – 806 points
13. Texas (7-2) – 788 points
14. Georgia Tech (8-1) – 740 points
15. Louisville (7-1) – 734 points
16. Vanderbilt (7-2) – 610 points
17. Missouri (6-2) – 501 points
18. Miami (Fla.) (6-2) – 487 points
19. Utah (7-2) – 476 points
20. Michigan (7-2) – 468 points
21. USC (6-2) – 291 points
22. Tennessee (6-2) – 243 points
23. Memphis (8-1) – 242 points
24. Iowa (6-2) – 128 points
25. Cincinnati (7-2) – 109 points

AP Top 25

1. Ohio State (8-0) – 1,633 points (54 first-place votes)
2. Indiana (9-0) – 1,591 points (11 first-place votes)
3. Texas A&M (8-0) – 1,523 points (1 first-place vote)
4. Alabama (7-1) – 1,447 points
5. Georgia (7-1) – 1,364 points
6. Oregon (7-1) – 1,293 points
7. Ole Miss (7-1) – 1,263 points
8. BYU (8-0) – 1,207 points
9. Texas Tech (8-1) – 1,091 points
10. Notre Dame (6-2) – 1,071 points
11. Oklahoma (7-2) – 850 points
12. Virginia (8-1) – 838 points
13. Texas (7-2) – 835 points
14. Louisville (7-1) – 827 points
15. Vanderbilt (7-2) – 698 points
16. Georgia Tech (8-1) – 667 points
17. Utah (7-2) – 560 points
18. Miami (FL) (6-2) – 558 points
19. Missouri (6-2) – 491 points
20. USC (6-2) – 453 points
21. Michigan (7-2) – 344 points
22. Memphis (8-1) – 224 points
23. Tennessee (6-3) – 171 points
24. Washington (6-2) – 110 points
25. Cincinnati (7-2) – 77 points

Teams on the Rise and Fall

Some teams are climbing, others are slipping. That’s just how this time of year goes.

Teams on the Rise

Oklahoma – The Sooners’ win over Tennessee gave them a nice bump and kept their playoff hopes alive.
BYU – Still undefeated, BYU keeps moving up and making a solid case for the playoff.
Virginia – With a strong record, Virginia’s making some noise for a top-10 finish.

Teams on the Decline

Georgia Tech – That first loss dropped Georgia Tech in the rankings, and now the ACC race is even tighter.
Tennessee – Recent losses to ranked teams have really hurt Tennessee’s chances and their poll standing.
Cincinnati – Two losses now, and Cincinnati’s postseason hopes are fading a bit.

Looking Ahead

As the season rolls on, the College Football Playoff race is really heating up. Every game left on the schedule suddenly feels massive.

Teams like Oklahoma, Georgia Tech, and Tennessee are facing a tough road. They’ll have to fight for every inch if they want to keep those playoff dreams alive.

BOOK AWAY GAME TRAVEL NOW!
Find the best accommodations
Check availability at 5* hotels, guest houses and apartments rated "superb" or "exceptional" by visitors just like you.
NO RESERVATION FEES
CHECK AVAILABILITY FOR YOUR DATES HERE

If you’re curious about the latest rankings or just want to see how things are shaking out, check the Sporting News for a deeper dive.

Joe Hughes is the founder of CollegeNetWorth.com, a comprehensive resource on college athletes' earnings potential in the NIL era. Combining his passion for sports with expertise in collegiate athletics, Joe provides valuable insights for athletes, fans, and institutions navigating this new landscape.

Additional Reading: