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College Football Rankings reflect significant shake-up after Week 8

Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Oct 20, 2026, 5:19 AM

Last updated Oct 20, 2026

College Football Rankings reflect significant shake-up after Week 8

Summary

The latest CFN College Football Rankings from 26 to 138 reveal notable shifts following an eventful Week 8. Several power programs remain in contention for conference titles but fall just outside the top 25. Teams like the Sacramento State Hornets (1-6) and Northern Illinois Huskies (0-6) are struggling, with Sacramento State losing 48-7 to Ohio and Northern Illinois falling 41-23 to Wyoming. Up next for these teams are matchups against Ball State and Hawaii, respectively. Rankings from teams that just missed inclusion in the elite list have been updated due to recent performances.

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Key Details

•Sacramento State ranks 138th after six losses this season.
•Northern Illinois is currently last in the rankings at 137th.
•Charlotte recorded a victory, improving to 1-6 this season.
•Next games feature Sacramento State at Ball State and Northern Illinois hosting Hawaii.
•Updated rankings reflect major upsets from the previous weekend.

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