Who will be No.1 in college football rankings? Our poll prediction
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Key Points:
- Miami is set to rise to No. 1 in the US LBM Coaches Poll for the first time since 2002 after a wild weekend where five of the previous top eight teams lost, including Georgia and Notre Dame.
- Ohio State, despite recent strong wins, will likely be ranked No. 2, but their quarterback Julian Sayin's injury is a significant setback.
- BYU makes a notable jump to No. 3, fueled by their win over Notre Dame, marking their first top-five appearance since 1996.
- Georgia and Notre Dame both drop in the rankings after losses, with Georgia falling three spots and Notre Dame facing a critical upcoming game against Miami.
- Texas Tech, Ole Miss, Utah, and Tennessee round out the top 10, with Tennessee rising significantly after a major win over Alabama despite previous inconsistent performances.
