Labor Day weekend came and went with three top-10 matchups that shook up the preseason college football rankings.
With college football officially underway, there is no better time to shake up the rankings from the preseason Associated Press (AP) Poll.
- Ohio State (1-0)
Thanks to defensive coordinator Matt Patricia’s defense, the Buckeyes limited Texas quarterback Arch Manning’s production. Props to defensive back Caleb Downs for sealing the win on the final drive.
Next game: vs. Grambling (Saturday, 3:30 p.m. ET, Big Ten Network)
- LSU (1-0)
Despite Clemson’s defense keeping them in it, LSU’s stifling defense reigned supreme. That was especially true on the ground, with Clemson only having 31 yards on 20 carries.
Next game: vs. Louisiana Tech (Saturday, 7:30 p.m. ET, ESPN+/SEC Network+)
- Penn State (1-0)
Nevada was no match for Penn State, with the running back tandem of Nicolas Singleton and Kaytron Allen leading the Nittany Lions to a 46-11 opening win on Saturday.
Next game: vs. Florida International (Saturday, noon ET, Big Ten Network)
- Miami (Fla.) (1-0)
Miami defeated a top-10 team for the first time in nearly eight years. Quarterback Carson Beck looked like his 2023 self in the 27-24 win, throwing for 205 yards and two touchdowns in his first game since transferring from Georgia.
Next game: vs. Bethune-Cookman (Saturday, 7 p.m. ET, ESPN+/ACC Extra)
- Georgia (1-0)
Quarterback Gunnar Stockton showed off his dual-threat ability, with two passing touchdowns and two rushing touchdowns. The competition was no match for the Bulldogs, with a 45-7 rout over Marshall on Saturday.
Next game: vs. Austin Peay (Saturday, 3:30 p.m. ET, ESPN+/SEC Network+)
- Oregon (1-0)
Despite Montana State being a formidable team in the FCS division, they are no match for the defending Big Ten champions. With a new quarterback in Dante Moore, the Ducks stomped the Bobcats, 59-13. Moore passed for three touchdowns.
Next game: vs. Oklahoma State (Saturday, 3:30 p.m. ET, CBS/Paramount+)
- Texas (0-1)
The Longhorns need Manning to step up, as his performance on Saturday will not fly with their gauntlet of a schedule.
Next game: vs. San José State (Saturday, noon ET, ABC)
- Arizona State (1-0)
There are two potential All-Americans on offense for Arizona State. Quarterback Sam Leavitt picked up where he left off with two passing touchdowns and two rushing touchdowns. Wide receiver Jordyn Tyson started the season hot with 12 receptions for 141 yards and two touchdowns.
Next game: at Mississippi State (Saturday, 7:30 p.m. ET, ESPN2)
- Clemson (0-1)
Clemson has a strong defensive line, but their offense could not help the front seven out as quarterback Cade Klubnik passed for 230 yards and one interception. The Tigers only had one touchdown on Saturday night, with running back Adam Randall punching in for a 1-yard touchdown.
Next game: vs. Troy (Saturday, 3:30 p.m. ET, ACC Network)
- South Carolina (1-0)
LaNorris Sellers was spectacular to begin his second season as the leader of the Gamecocks. He had two touchdowns, one by air and one by ground. Props to head coach Shane Beamer for beating his alma mater on Sunday afternoon.
Next game: vs. South Carolina State (Saturday, 7 p.m. ET, ESPN+/SEC Network+)
- Illinois (1-0)
Quarterback Luke Altmyer made his position look easy in a 52-3 rout over Western Illinois.
Next game: at Duke (Saturday, noon ET, ESPN)
- Michigan (1-0)
Michigan’s offense looked like it flowed better than last year’s, with freshman quarterback Bryce Underwood leading the way.
Next game: at No. 20 Oklahoma (Saturday, 7:30 p.m. ET, ABC)
- Florida State (1-0)
Florida State, led by quarterback Tommy Castellanos, gave Lee Corso a great retirement present, defeating the Crimson Tide on Saturday afternoon.
Next game: vs. East Texas A&M (Saturday, noon ET, ACC Network)
- Notre Dame (0-1)
It will take some time for the CJ Carr-led offense to develop. Fantastic job by Miami for containing star running back Jeremiyah Love.
Next game: vs. No. 22 Texas A&M (Sept. 13, 7:30 p.m. ET, NBC/Peacock)
- Iowa State (2-0)
Rocco Becht and the Cyclones are off to a great start, including a Farmegeddon win over Kansas State in Dublin.
Next game: vs. Iowa (Saturday, noon ET, FOX)
- Alabama (0-1)
Quarterback Ty Simpson needs to gain the trust of the Crimson Tide’s fanbase. Completing 23 of your 43 passes will not cut it.
Next game: vs. UL Monroe (Saturday, 7:45 p.m. ET, SEC Network)
- Florida (1-0)
They destroyed LIU, but quarterback DJ Lagway looked wonderful in the limited time he played.
Next game: vs. No. 25 South Florida (Saturday, 4:15 p.m. ET, SEC Network)
- SMU (1-0)
Next week will decide whether SMU is for real or not.
Next game: vs. Baylor (Saturday, noon ET, The CW)
- Tennessee (1-0)
Great win over Syracuse, who the UConn football team plays on Saturday.
Next game: vs. East Tennessee State (Saturday, 3:30 p.m. ET, ESPN+/SEC Network+)
- Oklahoma (1-0)
John Mateer had one of the top quarterback performances of the week.
Next game: vs. No. 12 Michigan (Saturday, 7:30 p.m. ET, ABC)
- Ole Miss (1-0)
It is only a matter of time before we find out just how good Austin Simmons is.
Next game: at Kentucky (Saturday, 3:30 p.m. ET, ABC)
- Texas A&M (1-0)
Career-high four passing touchdowns for Aggie quarterback Marcel Reed.
Next game: vs. Utah State (Saturday, 12:45 p.m. ET, SEC Network)
- Indiana (1-0)
Not a fan of how the Hoosiers performed, but they got the job done against Old Dominion.
Next game: vs. Kennesaw State (Saturday, noon ET, FS1)
- Texas Tech (1-0)
Despite the four passing touchdowns, there are questions about quarterback Behren Morton’s health moving forward.
Next game: vs. Kent State (Saturday, noon ET, TNT/truTV/HBO Max)
- South Florida (1-0)
The drought for South Florida is over as they earn their first win over a ranked team since 2016.
Next game: at No. 17 Florida (Saturday, 4:15 p.m. ET, SEC Network)