Texas, Georgia, Notre Dame remain atop college football rankings after Week 4

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Last updated Sep 27, 2026

Texas, Georgia, Notre Dame remain atop college football rankings after Week 4
Summary

The week 5 college football rankings have been released, with Texas Longhorns, Georgia Bulldogs, and Notre Dame Fighting Irish holding the top three spots. Texas maintained its number one ranking despite a narrow 20-17 victory over Tennessee, raising concerns about quarterback Arch Manning's performance. Georgia dominated Oklahoma with a strong defensive showing, while Notre Dame easily defeated Purdue. The rankings reflected significant movement due to varying performances around the league, including Miami's ascendancy after their recent victories. The next week of games will continue to shape the standings as teams aim to solidify their positions going forward.

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  • •Texas remains ranked first after defeating Tennessee 20-17
  • •Georgia's defense shines in a win against Oklahoma
  • •Notre Dame secures a decisive victory over Purdue
  • •Miami climbs in the rankings following a strong performance against Central Michigan
  • •Ohio State rebounds against Illinois with a big game from Julian Sayin
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  • 3:27 AMYahoo Sports — Week 5 College Football Rankings: Florida, Mississippi State, Oklahoma State Climb After Week 4
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