Teams struggle in AP Top 25 after weekend losses in college football
Sports Illustrated • 1 min read • Latest: Sep 15, 2026, 11:15 AM
Last updated Sep 15, 2026
In Week 2 of the college football season, several teams in the AP Top 25 faced significant challenges, with three teams ranked in the top 15 losing on Saturday. Oregon and Oklahoma both suffered road defeats, contributing to discussions about their standings in the poll. The shakeup in rankings follows what was already a competitive opening week, heightening the scrutiny on some programs. As teams regroup, further updates and analyses are anticipated in the lead-up to Week 3.
- •Three top-15 teams lost during Week 2 of the college football season.
- •Oregon and Oklahoma both experienced road defeats.
- •The losses have prompted discussions on team rankings.
- •Week 1 established high expectations for several programs that faltered.
- •Further analyses and updates expected before Week 3.
- 11:15 AMSports Illustrated — 4 Most Overrated College Football Teams In AP Top 25 Poll After Week 2 - Sports Illustrated
"Which teams are a little too big for their britches this week?
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