The latest Coach Poll Top 25 College Football Rankings, released after Week 12, provide a clear picture of the current powerhouses heading into the final stretch of the season. The top teams remain largely consistent, but significant matchups from the weekend have influenced the rankings.
The **Georgia Bulldogs** hold firmly to the No. 1 spot after another dominant victory, showcasing their impressive depth on both sides of the ball. With their unblemished record, Georgia has all but secured its path to the SEC Championship. Meanwhile, **Ohio State** remains a close second, continuing its winning ways behind a solid defense and the clutch play of quarterback Kyle McCord. Their upcoming clash against No. 3 **Michigan** looms large, as it will likely determine a spot in the College Football Playoff.
**Florida State** also stays in the top 5 after another convincing win, but there are growing concerns following the season-ending injury to star quarterback Jordan Travis. With the ACC Championship on the horizon, the Seminoles face a challenging road ahead. **Washington** rounds out the top 5, still unbeaten but facing skepticism about whether their close wins will hold up in a competitive playoff scenario.
Further down the rankings, **Texas** and **Alabama** continue to push for a playoff spot, with both teams needing strong finishes to impress the committee. **Oregon**, led by Heisman contender Bo Nix, is also making a late-season surge, keeping its playoff hopes alive.
Notable movers include **Louisville**, which has steadily climbed into the top 10, while teams like **Penn State** and **Notre Dame** are hovering outside the playoff conversation but remain in the top 25. As championship week approaches, each of these ranked teams will be vying for a critical postseason position, making the final weeks of the season more crucial than ever.
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