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Texas Rises to No. 1 in AP Poll, Ohio State and Oregon Tumble and Michigan Returns to the Top 25

Texas’ comeback and upset losses by Ohio State and Oregon set up a likely new No. 1 and major ballot changes, voters said.

  • On Saturday, September 12, 2026, the Texas Longhorns claimed the No. 1 spot in the AP Top 25 poll, defeating the Ohio State Buckeyes 24-23 for their first top ranking since 2024.
  • Texas overcame a 20-point fourth-quarter deficit, scoring 21 unanswered points to seal the win; tailback Hollywood Smothers secured victory with a 1-yard rushing touchdown with 25 seconds remaining.
  • After leading 23-3 through three quarters, the Buckeyes defense allowed 21 unanswered points in the final 15 minutes, forcing Ohio State out of the top five for the first time in two seasons.
  • Oregon plummeted 15 spots following a 39-31 road loss to Oklahoma State, while Michigan returned to the poll rankings after defeating the Oklahoma Sooners 17-10 on Saturday.
  • The Southeastern Conference currently boasts nine ranked teams, including the top two spots in the AP Top 25, reflecting significant volatility as voters respond to Week 2 upsets.
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