Miami remains No. 1 in Florida college football rankings while FAU jumps four spots
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Sep 17, 2026, 9:11 AM
Last updated Sep 17, 2026

Miami Hurricanes are ranked first in Florida college football following a decisive 77-7 victory over FAMU. USF remains second after a notable win against Army, 28-24. Florida Atlantic's convincing win over Navy, 38-30, has propelled them up four spots to rank third. This week, Miami faces Wake Forest, while FAU will compete against FIU in the Shula Bowl. Other teams include Florida, FIU, FSU, and UCF, with upcoming matchups highlighting the competitiveness in the state.
- •Miami Hurricanes defeat FAMU, ranked No. 1 at 2-0.
- •USF Bulls ranked second after a win over Army, 28-24.
- •FAU Owls jump to third following a win against Navy, 38-30.
- •FAU faces FIU in the Shula Bowl this week.
- •Florida Gators and other Florida teams prepare for upcoming games.
- 9:11 AMYahoo Sports — Florida college football rankings: Miami still rules, but look who jumped 4 spots
"Miami Hurricanes are an easy choice to remain No. 1, but things got a little tighter after that. Yes, how about South Florida and Florida Atlantic?
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