Michigan drops from AP Top 25 after loss to Iowa
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Sep 27, 2026, 6:05 PM
Last updated Sep 27, 2026

The Michigan Wolverines fell out of the AP Top 25 following a 20-19 loss to Iowa on September 26 at Michigan Stadium. Ranked No. 18 before the game, Michigan's defeat left them with 54 voting points, placing them effectively at No. 31. Despite outgaining Iowa and holding them to just 58 rushing yards, the Wolverines failed to secure the victory after leading 19-14. Iowa's last-minute touchdown capped a 91-yard drive, contributing to Michigan's drop in the rankings as they moved down the list of teams receiving votes. Michigan's next opportunity comes on October 3 against Minnesota.
- •Michigan lost 20-19 to Iowa on September 26.
- •The Wolverines fell out of the AP Top 25 rankings.
- •Michigan is effectively ranked No. 31 with 54 voting points.
- •Iowa moved up to No. 14 after the victory.
- •Michigan next plays Minnesota on October 3.
- 6:05 PMYahoo Sports — Latest AP Top 25 Poll Destroys Michigan Following Loss to Iowa
"The AP Top 25 Poll has been released, and the Michigan Wolverines have dropped.
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