AP Poll voters favor Notre Dame over BYU despite head-to-head loss

The Associated Press Top 25 poll has seen significant changes as Alabama remains ranked ahead of Kentucky despite losing to them earlier. BYU was dropped below Notre Dame in the rankings, even after defeating them in a recent matchup. Voters appear to prioritize overall records over head-to-head outcomes, raising questions about the consistency of the ranking criteria. Alabama's defeat of Kentucky (45-17) earlier this season was highlighted as a key factor in their rankings. Both teams are looking to strengthen their playoff claims in upcoming games, with Kentucky facing tough opponents ahead.

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