College Football Rankings: Final AP Poll Top 25 revealed after national championship
Key Points:
- Indiana finished the college football season undefeated at 16-0, winning the national championship with a 27-21 victory over Miami, highlighted by Fernando Mendoza's late touchdown.
- Miami rose eight spots to No. 2 in the final AP Poll after a strong season and close championship loss, signaling a promising future under coach Mario Cristobal.
- Ole Miss, led by Pete Golding, climbed three spots to No. 3, making a deep playoff run and proving competitive despite the absence of former coach Lane Kiffin.
- Oregon and Ohio State rounded out the top five, with Oregon reaching the CFP semifinals and Ohio State falling short in the Big Ten championship and quarterfinals.
- Other notable rankings include