Ohio State stays at number one while Alabama drops in latest poll

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Last updated Sep 8, 2026

Ohio State stays at number one while Alabama drops in latest poll
Summary

Ohio State remains the top-ranked team in the US LBM Coaches Poll following a 56-3 win over Ball State on September 5. The Buckeyes received 50 first-place votes to maintain their position after the opening week of the season. Alabama moved to No. 12 in the rankings after securing a 48-10 victory against East Carolina. The Crimson Tide fell one spot from their preseason ranking and did not receive any first-place votes in the latest poll. Ten SEC programs, including Texas and Georgia, currently hold positions in the top 25. Ohio State prepares to travel to Austin for a matchup against Texas on September 12, while Alabama readies for an away game against Kentucky on the same day.

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By the Numbers
  • Ohio State holds the No. 1 ranking with 50 first-place votes in the US LBM Coaches Poll.
  • Alabama sits at No. 12 following a 48-10 win over East Carolina.
  • Texas moved to No. 3 in the latest rankings after defeating Texas State 59-7.
  • Ohio State visits Texas for a game on September 12.
  • Alabama plays an away game against Kentucky on September 12.
Latest Updates
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What they're saying
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Alabama football is onto SEC play, and, after a Week 1 win against East Carolina, the Crimson Tide did not move much in the latest rankings.

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The Georgia Bulldogs have moved up in the US LBM Coaches Poll after an impressive Week 1. The Bulldogs are one of 10 ranked SEC teams

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Ohio State entered the season as the No. 1 team in the US LBM Coaches Poll. Did the Buckeyes hold onto their rankings after Week 1?

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