In Columbia, the college football landscape has seen some significant changes in the latest AP poll following an eventful weekend of games. Dabo Swinney’s Clemson Tigers, who have started the season with a 1-2 record, have fallen out of the top 25 after a heart-wrenching loss to Georgia Tech. This came after kicker Aidan Birr kicked a stunning 55-yard field goal as time expired, sealing the game at 24-21.
Meanwhile, the South Carolina Gamecocks also fell from the rankings. They suffered a tough defeat against Vanderbilt, losing 31-7. The loss was compounded by an injury to quarterback LaNorris Sellers, which has raised concerns for the team’s fans.
Among the biggest surprises of the week was Texas A&M, who made a notable jump of six spots, landing at No. 10 after a thrilling upset over Notre Dame with a final score of 41-40. This loss was significant for the Irish, who took a big tumble of 16 spots, settling into the No. 24 position.
The top three teams in the AP poll remained unchanged, but Miami made a notable move, rising to No. 4 after dominating South Florida with a decisive 49-12 victory. The game of the week featured a dramatic showdown between Georgia and Tennessee. The Bulldogs managed to rally from a 14-point deficit to win the game in overtime, handing the Volunteers a 44-41 loss. This victory marked Kirby Smart’s fourth comeback from 14 points down, including three against AP top 15 teams. Following this impressive performance, Georgia climbed one spot to No. 5.
The full AP Top 25 poll for Week 4 includes several teams that are trending in different directions, with others receiving votes like BYU at 94 and South Florida at 83. In total, the poll reflects how unpredictable and exciting college football can be as teams continue to battle for dominance on the field.
