Penn State claims No. 3 in the AP Top 25 leaving Ohio State in the dust! Why the Nittany Lions are America’s new darlings this season!
Penn State Football is strutting its stuff in the AP Top 25 and fans couldn't be more hyped! After an exhilarating overtime win against the USC Trojans, the Nittany Lions have made quite a leap, rising to No. 3 in the AP poll, marking their highest ranking in seven long years. The atmosphere is electric in Happy Valley as the team has stayed unbeaten at 6-0, showing that they are a serious contender on the national stage.
Meanwhile, Texas continues to hold onto its throne as the top team in the rankings. Their combination of grit and determination has kept them ahead of other rising stars. Oregon is hot on their heels, fresh off a victory that left Ohio State tumbled down to No. 4. It looks like this season is turning into quite an entertaining rollercoaster for college football fans! Can you even keep track of all the upsets and comebacks?
Not to be left out, we can't forget the dynamic Coaches Poll that brought some surprises as well. The likes of LSU and Clemson are making some noise, each inching their way upwards. It’s purely pandemonium, while Penn State's rise brings hope to a fervent fan base eager to reclaim glory. The discussions around tailgates are no longer solely about snacks—everyone's buzzing about rankings and the playoff picture!
As more teams clamor for attention, Penn State's journey remains both inspiring and thrilling, with the echo of their marching band motivating every victory. Having Army and Navy joining the rankings for the first time together since 1960 just adds to the story! It's a season filled with surprises that has brought back the best of college football, one that fans won't soon forget.
Unbeaten Oregon and Penn State climbed closer to No. 1 Texas, while Ohio State dropped only two spots to No. 4 after the Buckeyes' loss to the Ducks.
The Bulldogs stayed at No. 4, while Ohio State dropped three spots to No. 5 after the one-point loss to the Ducks. No. 8 LSU and No. 9 Clemson also both jumped ...
Penn State football is still on the rise in the polls after its 6-0 start.
What you need to know as the Coaches Poll top 25 college football rankings go live for Week 8.
Penn State Nittany Lions ranked No. 3 in AP top 25 poll, ahead of Ohio State Buckeyes, after beating USC in week 7 of college football season.
This is the Nittany Lions' highest ranking in seven years. Top 25 newcomers Navy and Army are in the rankings together for the first time since 1960.