The latest Coaches Poll shakes up the top 25, with Michigan dropping out of the top 10 and Nebraska climbing into the rankings.
The college football landscape continues to shift as the season progresses, and the latest Coaches Poll reflects the recent upheaval. Michigan, a preseason top-five team, has dropped out of the top 10 after a disappointing loss to Washington. Meanwhile, Nebraska has stormed into the rankings after an impressive start to the season.
Michigan's 31-10 defeat to Washington exposed some weaknesses in the Wolverines' defense. The Huskies gashed Michigan for 401 rushing yards, the most Michigan has allowed in a game since 2007. The loss dropped Michigan to 2-1 and out of the top 10 for the first time since 2020.
Coaches Poll Update: Michigan Stumbles, Nebraska Ascends
Nebraska, on the other hand, has exceeded expectations so far this season. The Cornhuskers are 3-0 after an impressive win over Oklahoma in Week 3. Nebraska has shown a balanced offense and a stingy defense under first-year head coach Matt Rhule. The Cornhuskers' rise in the rankings is a testament to the progress they have made under Rhule.
Other notable changes in the Coaches Poll include:
* Georgia remains at No. 1, followed by Ohio State and Alabama.
* Clemson drops to No. 4 after a close win over Texas A&M.
* Tennessee rises to No. 5 after a convincing victory over Florida.
* Oklahoma falls to No. 10 after its loss to Nebraska.
* USC enters the rankings at No. 25 after a 3-0 start.
The Coaches Poll will continue to fluctuate as the season progresses. With several top teams facing tough challenges in the coming weeks, the rankings could look significantly different after Week 4.
Here is a complete look at the latest Coaches Poll top 25:
1. Georgia
2. Ohio State
3. Alabama
4. Clemson
5. Tennessee
6. Michigan
7. Oklahoma
8. Texas A&M
9. Kentucky
10. Penn State
11. USC
12. Oklahoma State
13. Arkansas
14. Baylor
15. Mississippi
16. Oregon
17. Texas
18. Wake Forest
19. North Carolina
20. Nebraska
21. UCLA
22. Florida
23. Pittsburgh
24. BYU
25. Kansas State
The complete Coaches Poll can be found on the [USA Today website](https://www.usatoday.com/sports/ncaaf/coaches-polls/).
