Georgia Reclaims Top Spot in AP College Football Poll; Ohio State Falls to No. 21
Georgia has regained the No. 1 ranking in the latest AP Top 25 college football poll, surpassing Utah and Notre Dame, while Ohio State has dropped to No. 21.
Biloxi Gulfport, MS, November 9, 2026 —
In the latest Associated Press (AP) Top 25 college football poll, the University of Georgia has ascended back to the No. 1 ranking. The Bulldogs’ return to the top position signifies a shift in the national collegiate football landscape.
Georgia’s climb to the pinnacle of the poll means they have surpassed teams previously ranked ahead of them, including Utah and Notre Dame. The specific rankings of Utah and Notre Dame in this latest poll were not provided in the summary, only that Georgia’s current standing is above theirs. The summary also does not state Georgia’s previous ranking or the exact date the poll was released.
In a notable movement within the rankings, Ohio State has experienced a decline, dropping to the No. 21 spot in the poll. The AP Top 25 is a widely recognized indicator of collegiate football performance and is voted on by a panel of sports journalists and broadcasters. The exact reasons for Ohio State’s drop or the specific rankings of other teams were not detailed in the provided trend summary.
The AP Top 25 poll serves as a significant benchmark for teams throughout the college football season, influencing national perception and potential postseason matchups. Further details regarding the full poll standings and any analysis of team movements were not available in the initial summary.
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