College Football Rankings Shakeup After Weekend of Major Upsets

The college football rankings experienced a significant shakeup after a weekend full of major upsets. Several top-ranked teams suffered losses, leading to a reshuffling of the standings. LSU, for instance, jumped into the top 10 after a dramatic overtime victory against Ole Miss, which helped them recover from earlier-season struggles. Their rise signals their potential as a College Football Playoff contender, especially with other top teams falling.

Other programs that were shaken up by losses include Notre Dame, which suffered a blow to its standing. Oregon, however, managed to hold firm at No. 2 after narrowly defeating Ohio State in a high-stakes game. Texas remained dominant at No. 1, cruising past Oklahoma with a stellar defensive performance, positioning them as a top contender for the championship. Meanwhile, Penn State survived an overtime thriller against USC, highlighting their resilience and improving their standing in the Big Ten.

The reshuffling also saw teams like Alabama and Tennessee fall, leaving space for up-and-coming programs to rise in the rankings. As the season progresses, these changes are likely to continue as the race for the College Football Playoff intensifies.