Georgia Holds on to Top Spot in US LBM Coaches Poll, Texas Climbs to No. 2

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15/09/2024 18h49

In a thrilling weekend of college football, the latest US LBM Coaches Poll has been released, revealing some changes at the top. While Georgia managed to retain their No. 1 ranking, their grip on the position seems more precarious after narrowly defeating Kentucky by just one point. Despite this close call, the Bulldogs received 42 out of the 55 first-place votes cast this week, allowing them to maintain their lead, albeit with a slight decrease from the previous week.

The biggest shift in the rankings came from the University of Texas, who edged ahead of idle Ohio State to claim the No. 2 position. The Longhorns gained significant support, securing 10 first-place votes. Meanwhile, the Buckeyes held on to the remaining three votes, ensuring their spot in the top three.

The following three slots in the poll remain unchanged, with Alabama at No. 4, Mississippi at No. 5, and Oregon at No. 6, all holding onto their positions. Venturing into the top 10, we see Tennessee making a significant climb to claim the No. 7 spot, surpassing Missouri and Penn State, who are now tied for eighth. Utah closes out the top 10.

Looking beyond the top rankings, we find only minor shifts and no major upsets. Arizona has fallen out of the rankings following their decisive loss to No. 14 Kansas State. Additionally, Washington dropped out after losing to their Apple Cup rival, Washington State. On the other hand, Texas A&M has made a comeback, rejoining the rankings at No. 24. Notably, UNLV has also achieved a milestone, claiming the No. 25 position and making their first-ever appearance in the coaches poll.

As the college football season progresses, these rankings will continue to change, reflecting the performance and resilience of the teams. Fans eagerly await the upcoming games to see how their favorite teams will fare and whether any more surprises and upsets are in store.

Overall, Georgia's reign at the top remains intact, but with several strong contenders close on their heels, the battle for college football supremacy is sure to intensify in the weeks to come.

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