Paul Finebaum names Oregon and Notre Dame as top college football teams
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Aug 20, 2026, 10:08 AM
Last updated Aug 20, 2026
Paul Finebaum, speaking on SportsCenter, stated that he believes the Oregon Ducks should be ranked No. 1 in college football, ahead of other teams, including Georgia. Finebaum argues that Notre Dame deserves a higher ranking than its current No. 4 position, stating that both Oregon and Notre Dame are the best teams entering the season. He criticized the AP Poll rankings, suggesting that Texas also ranks above Georgia. Finebaum's commentary arrives as college football prepares for the 2026 season, with Georgia scheduled to start on September 5 against Tennessee State.
- •Paul Finebaum has Oregon ranked No. 1
- •He believes Notre Dame deserves a higher ranking
- •Finebaum thinks Texas is better than Georgia
- •Georgia's season opener is September 5 against Tennessee State
- •Finebaum critiques the AP Poll and its rankings
- 10:08 AMYahoo Sports — Paul Finebaum names his No. 1 team in college football
"Paul Finebaum argues Georgia is overrated in the AP Poll and is not the SEC's best team. He believes Oregon and Notre Dame are the top teams.
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