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Notre Dame rises to No. 3 in USA TODAY Sports’ Re-Rank after Miami win

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Last updated Nov 9, 2026

Notre Dame rises to No. 3 in USA TODAY Sports’ Re-Rank after Miami win

Summary

Notre Dame's significant victory against Miami has propelled the team from No. 6 to No. 3 in the latest USA TODAY Sports Re-Rank, following a 31-24 upset over the previously top-ranked team. This win comes after Notre Dame's earlier loss to BYU and a subsequent win against Navy, which had not sufficiently bolstered their standings. The Fighting Irish are now positioned as strong contenders for a College Football Playoff bid, reflecting a shift in perceptions among voters following their latest performance. The team's prior ranking featured Georgia at the top, with Utah and Indiana rounding out the top five.

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By the Numbers

•Notre Dame defeated Miami 31-24 to secure a ranking boost.
•The team moved from No. 6 to No. 3 in the Re-Rank.
•Georgia is now ranked No. 1 after several upsets in Week 10.
•This win positions Notre Dame for a potential College Football Playoff bid.
•Prior ranking included Utah and Indiana in the top five.

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Notre Dame's win against Miami is undoubtedly one of the biggest in college football so far. That was reflected in this week's USA TODAY Re-Rank.
— Yahoo Sports

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