Ohio State, Oregon Lead Preseason AP Top 25 Poll
Ohio State and Oregon have secured the top two spots in the preseason AP Top 25 college football poll, marking the second time the Big Ten Conference has achieved this ranking. The poll, which is determined by votes from over…
Detroit, MI, August 17, 2026 —
Ohio State and Oregon have claimed the top two positions in the preseason Associated Press (AP) Top 25 college football poll. This marks the second instance in history where the Big Ten Conference has seen two of its teams ranked in the top two spots of the poll. The rankings are compiled from the votes of more than 60 sports journalists nationwide, with the stated intention of basing selections on head-to-head results rather than speculative projections.
Following the Buckeyes and Ducks, the Georgia Bulldogs, Notre Dame Fighting Irish, and Texas Longhorns complete the top five teams in the initial ranking. The full composition of the poll, including teams ranked beyond the top five, was released following the voting process.
The AP Top 25 poll is a widely recognized indicator of team strength and national standing heading into the college football season. The methodology emphasizes voting based on actual game outcomes, aiming for a reflection of on-field performance.
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