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College football begins next weekend with No. 10 Florida State facing Georgia Tech in Ireland
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THE ASSOCIATED PRESS
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ERIC OLSON
Rankings
Released August 12
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- Team
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- This Week
- Points
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1
Georgia (0-0) Southeastern
3
vs. Clemson
08/31 12:00 PM EDT1532 (46)
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2
Ohio State (0-0) Big Ten
8
vs. Akron
08/31 3:30 PM EDT1490 (15)
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3
Oregon (0-0) Big Ten
3
vs. Idaho
08/31 7:30 PM EDT1403 (1)
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4
Texas (0-0) Southeastern
-1
vs. Colorado State
08/31 3:30 PM EDT1386 (0)
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5
Alabama (0-0) Southeastern
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vs. Western Kentucky
08/31 7:00 PM EDT1260 (0)
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6
Ole Miss (0-0) Southeastern
3
vs. Furman
08/31 7:00 PM EDT1189 (0)
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7
Notre Dame (0-0) IA Independents
7
@ Texas A&M
08/31 7:30 PM EDT1122 (0)
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8
Penn State (0-0) Big Ten
5
@ West Virginia
08/31 12:00 PM EDT1060 (0)
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9
Michigan (0-0) Big Ten
-8
vs. Fresno State
08/31 7:30 PM EDT995 (0)
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10
Florida State (0-0) Atlantic Coast
-4
@ Georgia Tech
08/24 12:00 PM EDT971 (0)
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Missouri (0-0) Southeastern
-3
vs. Murray State
08/29 8:00 PM EDT927 (0)
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12
Utah (0-0) Big 12
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vs. Southern Utah
08/29 9:00 PM EDT887 (0)
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13
LSU (0-0) Southeastern
-1
@ USC
09/01 7:30 PM EDT804 (0)
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14
Clemson (0-0) Atlantic Coast
6
@ Georgia
08/31 12:00 PM EDT689 (0)
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15
Tennessee (0-0) Southeastern
2
vs. Chattanooga
08/31 12:45 PM EDT629 (0)
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16
Oklahoma (0-0) Southeastern
-1
vs. Temple
08/30 7:00 PM EDT566 (0)
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17
Oklahoma State (0-0) Big 12
-1
vs. South Dakota State
08/31 2:00 PM EDT538 (0)
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18
Kansas State (0-0) Big 12
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vs. Tennessee-Martin
08/31 7:00 PM EDT526 (0)
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19
Miami (FL) (0-0) Atlantic Coast
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@ Florida
08/31 3:30 PM EDT492 (0)
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20
(0-0) Southeastern
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vs. Notre Dame
08/31 7:30 PM EDT292 (0)
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21
Arizona (0-0) Big 12
-10
vs. New Mexico
08/31 10:30 PM EDT237 (0)
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22
Kansas (0-0) Big 12
1
vs. Lindenwood
08/29 8:00 PM EDT231 (0)
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23
USC (0-0) Big Ten
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vs. LSU
09/01 7:30 PM EDT172 (0)
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24
North Carolina State (0-0) Atlantic Coast
-3
vs. Western Carolina
08/29 7:00 PM EDT171 (0)
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25
Iowa (0-0) Big Ten
-1
vs. Illinois State
08/31 12:00 PM EDT140 (0)
Others receiving votes:
Louisville 111, Virginia Tech 77, Boise St. 47, SMU 33, Iowa St. 33, Liberty 32, Washington 23, West Virginia 17, Memphis 16, Nebraska 16, Wisconsin 15, UTSA 6, Tulane 5, Appalachian St. 4, Kentucky 3, Auburn 2, Colorado 1. Point values in parentheses indicate the number of first place votes.
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VIDEOS
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1:08
It’s a college football player’s paradise, where dreams and reality meet in new EA Sports video game
Schools across the country threw parties, tournaments and fan events with their teams to celebrate the release of EA Sports College Football 25. (AP Video/Cody Jackson)
It’s a college football player’s paradise, where dreams and reality meet in new EA Sports video game
Schools across the country threw parties, tournaments and fan events with their teams to celebrate the release of EA Sports College Football 25. (AP Video/Cody Jackson)
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0:58
This new helmet could help Deaf and hard of hearing football players
This new helmet could help Deaf and hard of hearing football players
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1:24
‘Underdoggs’ inspired by real-life coach Snoop Dogg
Snoop Dogg’s real-life experience coaching youth football inspired his new film “The Underdoggs,” though the rapper-actor says his character is more aggressive than he ever was on the sidelines. (Jan. 26)
‘Underdoggs’ inspired by real-life coach Snoop Dogg
Snoop Dogg’s real-life experience coaching youth football inspired his new film “The Underdoggs,” though the rapper-actor says his character is more aggressive than he ever was on the sidelines. (Jan. 26)
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2:14
Associated Press survey finds most Power Five schools now permit alcohol sales in their stadiums
Selling beer and wine at college football stadiums has become the norm. According to an AP survey of the 68 Power Five schools and Notre Dame, 55 of them sell alcohol in the public areas of their stadiums on game days (Nov. 6)(AP video: Mike Householder)
Associated Press survey finds most Power Five schools now permit alcohol sales in their stadiums
Selling beer and wine at college football stadiums has become the norm. According to an AP survey of the 68 Power Five schools and Notre Dame, 55 of them sell alcohol in the public areas of their stadiums on game days (Nov. 6)(AP video: Mike Householder)
On Now
1:58
Michigan star QB McCarthy looks to steer clear of distractions ahead of The Game against Ohio State
Michigan star quarterback J.J. McCarthy meditates on the field before games. This week, amid a sign-stealing saga and a matchup with rival Ohio State, keeping his mind free from distractions is paramount (Nov. 21) (AP video: Mike Householder and Larry Lage)
Michigan star QB McCarthy looks to steer clear of distractions ahead of The Game against Ohio State
Michigan star quarterback J.J. McCarthy meditates on the field before games. This week, amid a sign-stealing saga and a matchup with rival Ohio State, keeping his mind free from distractions is paramount (Nov. 21) (AP video: Mike Householder and Larry Lage)
On Now
1:29
Japanese sumo champion chases American football dream
Hidetora Hanada, Colorado State’s newest defensive lineman, was an amateur sumo wrestler back in Japan. The 6-foot-1, 280-pound Hanada rose up the ranks to become a Yokozuna, or grand champion. Instead of developing the career in what is considered Japan’s national sport, the 21-year-old decided to chase his dream of playing American football. (August 16)
Japanese sumo champion chases American football dream
Hidetora Hanada, Colorado State’s newest defensive lineman, was an amateur sumo wrestler back in Japan. The 6-foot-1, 280-pound Hanada rose up the ranks to become a Yokozuna, or grand champion. Instead of developing the career in what is considered Japan’s national sport, the 21-year-old decided to chase his dream of playing American football. (August 16)
On Now
Peregrine falcon chicks who nest at Michigan State University football stadium get tracking bands
Scientists and students placed tracking bands on four boisterous peregrine falcon chicks that live in a manmade nest situated on top of Spartan Stadium, home to Michigan State University’s football team (May 24)(AP video: Mike Householder)
Peregrine falcon chicks who nest at Michigan State University football stadium get tracking bands
Scientists and students placed tracking bands on four boisterous peregrine falcon chicks that live in a manmade nest situated on top of Spartan Stadium, home to Michigan State University’s football team (May 24)(AP video: Mike Householder)
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1:25
Fired Northwestern football coach Pat Fitzgerald suing school for $130M for wrongful termination
Former Northwestern University football coach Pat Fitzgerald sued the school Thursday for $130 million, saying his alma mater wrongfully fired him after 17 years in the wake of a hazing and abuse scandal that has engulfed the athletic department. (Oct. 5)
Fired Northwestern football coach Pat Fitzgerald suing school for $130M for wrongful termination
Former Northwestern University football coach Pat Fitzgerald sued the school Thursday for $130 million, saying his alma mater wrongfully fired him after 17 years in the wake of a hazing and abuse scandal that has engulfed the athletic department. (Oct. 5)
On Now
1:19
Kelce unfazed despite Taylor Swift attention
Travis Kelce says he’s feeling “even more on top of the world” with all the attention he’s been receiving since Taylor Swift started attending his games last month.
Kelce unfazed despite Taylor Swift attention
Travis Kelce says he’s feeling “even more on top of the world” with all the attention he’s been receiving since Taylor Swift started attending his games last month.
On Now
1:29
Japanese sumo champion chases American football dream
Hidetora Hanada, Colorado State’s newest defensive lineman, was an amateur sumo wrestler back in Japan. The 6-foot-1, 280-pound Hanada rose up the ranks to become a Yokozuna, or grand champion. Instead of developing the career in what is considered Japan’s national sport, the 21-year-old decided to chase his dream of playing American football. (August 16)
Japanese sumo champion chases American football dream
Hidetora Hanada, Colorado State’s newest defensive lineman, was an amateur sumo wrestler back in Japan. The 6-foot-1, 280-pound Hanada rose up the ranks to become a Yokozuna, or grand champion. Instead of developing the career in what is considered Japan’s national sport, the 21-year-old decided to chase his dream of playing American football. (August 16)
On Now
Tom Brady’s ‘big year’ of moving on
Recently retired NFL star Tom Brady discusses his priorities and projects as he embraces life after football. (June 8)
Tom Brady’s ‘big year’ of moving on
Recently retired NFL star Tom Brady discusses his priorities and projects as he embraces life after football. (June 8)
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0:26
Taylor Swift cheers on Kansas City Chiefs
Taylor Swift took advantage of an invitation from NFL All-Pro Travis Kelce to cheer on the Kansas City Chiefs on Sunday. (Sept. 25)
Taylor Swift cheers on Kansas City Chiefs
Taylor Swift took advantage of an invitation from NFL All-Pro Travis Kelce to cheer on the Kansas City Chiefs on Sunday. (Sept. 25)
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0:45
Pittsburgh Steelers’ team plane makes emergency landing in Kansas City, no injuries reported
The Pittsburgh Steelers’ charter flight home following a Sunday night win in Las Vegas made an emergency landing in Kansas City early Monday. (Sept. 25)
Pittsburgh Steelers’ team plane makes emergency landing in Kansas City, no injuries reported
The Pittsburgh Steelers’ charter flight home following a Sunday night win in Las Vegas made an emergency landing in Kansas City early Monday. (Sept. 25)
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1:16
Tuohy’s lawyers respond to former NFL player Oher’s accusations
A lawyer for a prominent Memphis couple with a longstanding relationship to former NFL player Michael Oher says that they want to end a conservatorship that he’s challenging in court. (August 16)
Tuohy’s lawyers respond to former NFL player Oher’s accusations
A lawyer for a prominent Memphis couple with a longstanding relationship to former NFL player Michael Oher says that they want to end a conservatorship that he’s challenging in court. (August 16)
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1:13
Northwestern staffers’ shirts support coach fired over hazing scandal
Northwestern’s football team practiced Wednesday, with some staffers in shirts that supported coach Pat Fitzgerald, who was fired over a hazing scandal. The interim coach called the demonstration a free speech issue but the athletic director called it “tone deaf.” (Aug. 9) (AP Video: Melissa Winder)
Northwestern staffers’ shirts support coach fired over hazing scandal
Northwestern’s football team practiced Wednesday, with some staffers in shirts that supported coach Pat Fitzgerald, who was fired over a hazing scandal. The interim coach called the demonstration a free speech issue but the athletic director called it “tone deaf.” (Aug. 9) (AP Video: Melissa Winder)
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President Biden hosts Super Bowl Champ Kansas City Chiefs
President Joe Biden says the Kansas City Chiefs are “building a dynasty” as he hosts the team at the White House to mark their Super Bowl victory in February. (June 5)
President Biden hosts Super Bowl Champ Kansas City Chiefs
President Joe Biden says the Kansas City Chiefs are “building a dynasty” as he hosts the team at the White House to mark their Super Bowl victory in February. (June 5)
More college football news
Boise State, UNLV favored in Mountain West, which has Pac-12’s Oregon St, Washington St on schedule
Boise State being favored to win the Mountain West remains a remarkable constant. The Broncos were picked for the 17th consecutive year to win a conference or division title.
Pick Six: Dillon Thieneman flies under the radar nationally but looms large on Purdue’s defense
Dillon Thieneman was first among the nation’s freshmen in interceptions and tackles and played the most snaps on Purdue’s defense, yet his team struggled to stop anyone and won only four games.
Michigan State sued by quiz creator over Hitler question streamed on videoboards at football game
Michigan State has been sued over the Adolf Hitler question that appeared on Spartan Stadium screens before a game last season, with the quiz’s creator saying the university didn’t have permission to use its product that “was not created for a mass-market use at an American college football game.”
Tyler Van Dyke wins starting QB job at Wisconsin after transferring from Miami
Tyler Van Dyke has been named Wisconsin’s starting quarterback. Van Dyke, a Miami transfer, had been competing with Braedyn Locke, who started three games last season in place of the injured Tanner Mordecai.
Defensive end Darris Smith to miss season for No. 11 Missouri after hurting his knee in practice
Defensive end Darris Smith will miss the season for No. 11 Missouri after hurting his knee in practice.
Pick-Six: Freshmen still can make major impact in portal era. These newcomers merit your attention
At least one true freshman has made the Associated Press All-America team seven of the last eight seasons.
Season-ending injuries to Christian Clark and CJ Baxter leave Longhorns short at running back
No. 4 Texas has lost a second running back to a season-ending injury, leaving Jaydon Blue as the only scholarship player with significant experience at the position.
Brett Gabbert’s return from injured leg makes defending MAC champion RedHawks preseason favorite
At age 24, Brett Gabbert begins his fourth and — presumably — final college season as a starting quarterback.
Cam Ward is the ACC preseason player of the year. Without throwing a pass yet, he’s Miami’s leader
New Miami quarterback Cam Ward is a legitimate Heisman Trophy candidate who transferred in from Washington State after flirting with the NFL this past spring.
Having bid farewell to Saban, powerful SEC welcomes Oklahoma and Texas to the mix
The Southeastern Conference has bid farewell to Nick Saban and welcomed traditional football powers Texas and Oklahoma.
Michigan’s Sherrone Moore looks forward to release of text messages in sign-stealing investigation
Michigan coach Sherrone Moore says he looks forward to the release of his text messages with Connor Stalions, the former low-level recruiting staffer who resigned amid a sign-stealing scandal.
Florida counting on 6 key transfers, including WRs Badger and Dike, as Billy Napier begins Year 3
Florida football coach Billy Napier needs some help. He’s 11-14 in two seasons in Gainesville, including 0-2 against middling Kentucky and 1-7 against rivals Florida State, Georgia, LSU and Tennessee.
Tennessee reaches long-term deal with Knoxville-based Pilot to preserve name of Neyland Stadium
Tennessee has announced a long-term deal with travel-center giant Pilot that preserves the names of Neyland Stadium and Shields-Watkins Field while giving the Knoxville-based company prominent signage throughout the stadium, including on the playing surface.
Why seeding for the expanded College Football Playoff isn’t as simple as counting from 1 to 12
The College Football Playoff expands to from four to 12 teams this season, a massive change that will profoundly impact the sport and how success is defined.
AP Top 25 Reality Check: How each ranked teams’ season could go wrong
We interrupt this optimistic time of year for some pessimism.
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