Ohio State Football Sets Preseason Ranking Record
- Ohio State Football maintains its streak in the AP Top 25 preseason rankings.
- No. 2 Ohio State has been ranked for 36 consecutive preseasons.
- Impressive record showcases consistency and quality of the football program.
In the latest preseason college football rankings, Alabama has dropped to No. 5, marking its lowest preseason position since being ranked No. 7. This shift reflects a significant change for the Crimson Tide, which has historically been a dominant force in college football. Meanwhile, Notre Dame continues to maintain its presence in the top 10, achieving this status for the fifth time in six seasons, showcasing its consistent performance. Penn State celebrates a milestone with its 50th appearance in the preseason poll, ranking eighth in historical frequency. This places the Nittany Lions among the elite programs, trailing only Ohio State, Oklahoma, USC, Notre Dame, Alabama, Texas, and Michigan. Michigan, under new head coach Sherrone Moore, also makes headlines as he becomes the first Wolverines coach since Lloyd Carr to debut with a ranked team. Florida State has extended its impressive streak, being ranked in the top 10 for 17 consecutive polls, which is the fourth-longest active streak in college football. Conversely, Clemson finds itself at No. 14, its lowest preseason ranking since 2014, while Oklahoma faces a rare situation, starting outside the top 10 for consecutive seasons for the first time in its 24-year streak of preseason rankings. Additionally, Kansas State and Arizona have made notable returns to the rankings, with Kansas appearing for the first time since 2009. Iowa also continues its strong showing, matching its best streak of five consecutive preseason poll appearances, reflecting the evolving landscape of college football.