Oregon Emerges as Top Contender in College Football Coaches Poll After Week 8

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Oregon Emerges as Top Contender in College Football Coaches Poll After Week 8
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10 Highlights

  • Oregon tops the coaches poll after a 35-0 shutout against Purdue and a tight win over Wisconsin, underscoring their undefeated status.
  • Georgia climbs in rankings following a solid victory over Texas 30-15, despite key interceptions by their QB, reaffirming their playoff aspirations.
    • Penn State holds third place, maintaining momentum with a decisive 49-10 victory over Purdue, a consistent performance noted by AP rankings.
    • Miami leads the ACC with a 52-45 win over Louisville, staying undefeated at 7-0 and climbing in AP rankings, marking their dominant season run.
    • Tennessee's SEC title hopes gain traction following a victory over Alabama, although their playoff chances were hit with a loss to Georgia.
    • LSU marks six consecutive victories with a win against Arkansas 34-10, showcasing consistent strength underlined by updated AP standings.
    • Clemson extends its winning streak, overcoming Virginia, maintaining its strong presence in both coaches and AP polls.
    • Texas secures a close 20-10 win on the road against Arkansas, struggling with offensive rhythm but keeping playoff hopes alive per AP polls.
    • Ohio State's 31-7 victory over Northwestern further cements their top-three AP poll position, highlighting balanced team performance.
    • Alabama's non-conference win over Mercer boosts them to 8-2, while upcoming challenges will test their playoff viability as noted in rankings.
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