1. Miami – The Hurricanes stayed undefeated with a dominant 52-23 victory over Pittsburgh, improving to 7-0 overall and 5-0 in ACC play. Darian Mensah threw for 387 yards and four touchdowns, while freshman Malachi Toney set a Miami single-game record with 16 catches for 194 yards and three touchdowns. Miami travels to North Carolina on Saturday, looking to extend its winning streak and strengthen its hold on the ACC.

2. Ohio State – The Buckeyes had a bye after their statement 19-15 road victory over Indiana, improving to 6-1 overall and 4-0 in Big Ten play. Julian Sayin threw for 235 yards and two touchdowns before suffering a right arm injury that could sideline him for several weeks. Ohio State travels to USC on Saturday for a crucial conference matchup. With freshman Luke Fahey potentially making his first start, the Buckeyes will rely on their defense and running game.

3. Georgia – The Bulldogs are coming off a bye after a heartbreaking 27-24 loss to Auburn at Sanford Stadium, dropping to 6-1 overall and 4-1 in SEC play. Georgia now faces rival Florida in Atlanta on Saturday. The Bulldogs will look to bounce back, eliminate costly mistakes, and regain momentum in the SEC race in one of their biggest rivalry games of the season.

4. Indiana – The Hoosiers bounced back from their loss to Ohio State with a hard-fought 13-6 overtime victory over Michigan, improving to 7-1 overall and 4-1 in Big Ten play. Josh Hoover scored the game-winning touchdown on a four-yard run, while Indiana’s defense kept Michigan out of the end zone. Indiana now hosts Minnesota, looking to build on the rivalry win and remain in the Big Ten Championship race.

5. UCLA – The Bruins continued their undefeated season with a 28-10 victory over Michigan State, improving to 7-0 overall and 5-0 in Big Ten play. UCLA’s defense helped control the game as the team continued building momentum under head coach Bob Chesney. The Bruins host Nevada next, aiming to extend their winning streak to eight games and maintain their position among the nation’s top teams.

6. Kentucky – The Wildcats rallied from a 10-point deficit to defeat Vanderbilt 34-17, improving to 7-1 overall and 5-1 in SEC play while extending their winning streak to six games. Kenny Minchey threw for 203 yards and a touchdown, while Willie Rodriguez contributed a receiving touchdown and a rushing score. Kentucky has a bye this week before traveling to Tennessee on November 7, giving the Wildcats extra time to prepare for a key SEC rivalry matchup.

7. BYU – The Cougars suffered their first loss, falling 39-31 in double overtime to UCF and dropping to 6-1 overall and 3-1 in Big 12 play. Bear Bachmeier threw for 257 yards and two touchdowns while adding a rushing score, but BYU couldn’t finish the comeback. The Cougars now host Arizona State, looking for a strong response to stay in the Big 12 Championship and College Football Playoff conversations.

8. Notre Dame – The Fighting Irish had a bye following a heartbreaking 28-24 loss to BYU, falling to 6-1 on the season. CJ Carr threw for 261 yards, while Jaden Greathouse recorded eight catches for 125 yards, but Notre Dame came up short. The Irish face Navy at Gillette Stadium on Saturday. Notre Dame will look to get back on track and protect its playoff hopes against a Navy team coming off a 49-39 loss to North Texas.

9. Alabama – The Crimson Tide bounced back with a 31-20 victory over Texas A&M, improving to 6-2 overall and 4-2 in SEC play. Keelon Russell threw for 311 yards and three touchdowns, including two scoring passes in the fourth quarter. Alabama has a bye before traveling to LSU on November 7. The Tide will use the extra preparation time to build momentum ahead of a crucial SEC showdown.

10. LSU – The Tigers delivered a strong performance with a 38-17 road victory over Auburn, improving to 6-2 overall and 4-2 in SEC play. Sam Leavitt accounted for four touchdowns, throwing for 387 yards and three scores while adding a rushing touchdown. LSU has a bye before hosting Alabama on November 7. The Tigers will look to carry their momentum into the matchup and strengthen their position in the SEC standings and playoff race.

11. Texas – The Longhorns earned a statement 34-27 victory over Ole Miss, improving to 5-2 overall and 2-2 in SEC play. Arch Manning accounted for three touchdowns, including two rushing scores, while Raleek Brown rushed for 157 yards. Texas held off the Rebels’ comeback and sealed the win with a late interception in the end zone. The Longhorns host Mississippi State on Saturday, looking to build on the win and climb the SEC standings.

12. Florida – The Gators are coming off a bye after a 27-24 road victory over Texas improving their record to 5-2. After falling behind 17-3, Florida rallied with 24 unanswered points and made several key defensive plays to secure the upset. The Gators now face rival Georgia in Atlanta on Saturday in the World’s Largest Outdoor Cocktail Party. Florida will look to carry its momentum into the rivalry and earn another signature victory under first-year head coach Jon Sumrall.