AP Top 25 poll released, highlights differences from Coaches Poll
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Aug 17, 2026, 4:08 PM
Last updated Aug 17, 2026
The AP Top 25 poll was released on August 17, revealing key differences from the US LBM Coaches Poll, which was published earlier on August 4. Ohio State retains the top position in both polls, but variations exist in rankings among the top teams, including Oregon, Georgia, and Texas, who follow closely behind. Important distinctions include the number of first-place votes each team received, with Ohio State leading in the AP poll with 40 votes compared to 38 in the Coaches Poll. The relevance of these rankings is evident as they set expectations for the upcoming college football season.
- •AP Top 25 poll released on August 17.
- •Ohio State ranked first in both polls.
- •Oregon and Georgia follow Ohio State closely.
- •Significant differences in first-place vote counts noted.
- •Polls impact expectations for the upcoming season.
- 4:08 PMYahoo Sports — AP Top 25 poll rankings: Key differences from US LBM Coaches Poll
"College football's preseason AP Top 25 poll released on Aug. 17. How does it compare to the US LBM Coaches Poll? We point out notable differences:
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