Notre Dame remains No. 3 in AP Top 25 and Coaches Poll
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Sep 13, 2026, 9:10 PM
Last updated Sep 13, 2026
The Notre Dame Fighting Irish retain their No. 3 ranking in both the AP Top 25 and Coaches Poll following a recent game on September 12, 2026. Despite losing some first-place votes, they remain ahead of key rivals Miami, BYU, and SMU, who moved up in the rankings. Notre Dame's upcoming matchup against BYU is anticipated to be significant for both teams. The trajectory for the Irish appears set for a crucial showdown with Miami later in the season.
- •Notre Dame plays on September 12, 2026, at home against Rice.
- •The team lost first-place votes but maintained its No. 3 spot.
- •Miami, BYU, and SMU have risen in the rankings.
- •Upcoming game against BYU expected to be a key matchup.
- 9:10 PMYahoo Sports — Notre Dame stays put at No. 3 in both the AP Top 25 and Coaches Poll
"Notre Dame lost some first place votes this week but they remain the No. 3 team in the country.
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