BYU climbs to No. 2 in AP poll ahead of Utah showdown
The AP Top 25 released Miami at No. 1 and lifted BYU to No. 2 after a 28‑24 win over Notre Dame, setting up a Nov. 7 clash with Utah.
Key points
- AP poll named Miami Hurricanes No. 1 with 40 first‑place votes.
- BYU rose to No. 2, its highest spot since the 1984 title season.
- BYU beat then‑No. 2 Notre Dame 28‑24, improving to 6‑0.
- BYU’s only remaining ranked opponent is No. 11 Utah on Nov. 7.
- Big 12 now has three top‑10 teams, including Texas Tech at No. 8.
The Associated Press released its weekly Top 25 poll on Saturday, naming the Miami Hurricanes No. 1 with 40 first‑place votes.
BYU surged to No. 2, its highest ranking since the 1984 title season.
The poll marked the first time in AP poll history that five of the eight top‑ranked teams lost on the same day.
BYU’s move followed a 28‑24 victory over then‑No. 2 Notre Dame, a win described as controversial.
The Cougars improved to 6‑0 and now have only one ranked opponent remaining: No. 11 Utah.
The upcoming “Holy War” between BYU and Utah is scheduled for Nov. 7 in Salt Lake City.
The Big 12 now holds three top‑10 teams, with Texas Tech at No. 8 after its win over Arizona State.
Georgia fell to No. 5 after a loss to Auburn, and Notre Dame dropped to No. 4.
Your questions, answered
What is BYU’s ranking in the latest AP Top 25 poll?
BYU is ranked No. 2, its highest position since the 1984 title season.
Who will BYU play next and when?
BYU will face No. 11 Utah in the “Holy War” on Nov. 7 in Salt Lake City.
Which team holds the No. 1 spot in the new AP poll?
The Miami Hurricanes are No. 1 with 40 first‑place votes.
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