College football power rankings and top 25 projections underwent significant changes after Week 4, with Florida making one of the biggest moves after a lopsided win over Ole Miss, according to multiple outlets.
Michigan and Penn State were projected to fall out of the top 25 by CBS Sports, while Fox Sports and CBS Sports both reported Michigan dropping; Fox Sports also noted USC falling and LSU rising.
In the Big 12, Yahoo Sports reported that BYU remained No. 1 while Colorado fell again after a loss to Baylor, and Utah climbed in the rankings.
The New York Post reported a shakeup in Big Ten power rankings, with Indiana stepping back after a close game and Iowa making a statement, though it did not specify Iowa's opponent or score.
Fox Sports' rankings, compiled by RJ Young, noted three new teams entering the rankings amid the week's movement.
How each side covered it
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- The Washington Post reported Florida entering the top 10 rankings.
- The outlet noted four teams joining the rankings overall.
“Florida flies into the top 10 as four teams join the rankings” — The Washington Post
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- Yahoo Sports reported Colorado's second straight fall in Big 12 rankings after losing to Baylor.
- Yahoo Sports noted BYU remained No. 1 and Utah climbed in the Big 12.
- CBS Sports reported Florida's blowout win over Ole Miss fueling its rise into the top 10.
- CBS Sports projected Michigan and Penn State falling out of the rankings.
“Florida's blowout win over Ole Miss sparks a massive climb, while the Wolverines and Nittany Lions are projected to be on the outside looking in” — CBS Sports
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- The New York Post reported Indiana stepping back after a close game.
- The New York Post said Iowa made a statement amid a Big Ten rankings shakeup.
- Fox Sports reported Florida and LSU rising while Michigan and USC fell.
- Fox Sports noted three new teams entering RJ Young's rankings.
“College Football Rankings: Florida, LSU Up; Michigan, USC Fall — Plus 3 New Teams” — Fox Sports
Questions readers ask
What happened in college football rankings after Week 4?
Multiple outlets reported major shifts in college football power rankings, with Florida surging into the top 10 after a win over Ole Miss while Michigan and other teams fell out of contention, according to CBS Sports, Fox Sports and The Washington Post.
Why did Florida move up in the rankings?
CBS Sports reported that Florida's blowout win over Ole Miss sparked a major climb in rankings projections.
What happened to Colorado in the Big 12 rankings?
According to Yahoo Sports, Colorado fell again in Big 12 power rankings after losing to Baylor, while BYU stayed at No. 1 and Utah climbed.
Did the Big Ten rankings change too?
The New York Post reported a shakeup in Big Ten power rankings, with Indiana stepping back after a close game and Iowa making a statement.
Which teams fell out of the rankings?
CBS Sports and Fox Sports both reported that Michigan dropped out of top-25 projections; CBS Sports also noted Penn State falling, and Fox Sports reported USC falling.
Sources · 5 outlet reports
- The Washington PostLeft-leaningFlorida flies into the top 10 as four teams join the rankings
- CBS SportsCenterTomorrow's Top 25 Today: Florida into top 10, Michigan and Penn State fall from college football rankings
- Yahoo SportsCenterBig Ten football Week 4 power rankings: New No. 1; Michigan, PSU fall
- Fox SportsRight-leaningCollege Football Rankings: Florida, LSU Up; Michigan, USC Fall — Plus 3 New Teams
- New York PostRight-leaningIndiana’s close call leads to massive Big Ten power rankings shakeup