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Quick apology this is super late and I’m really sorry for that, internet was down for the last four days so yeah, fun. Let’s just get right into the rankings.
-{The Top Two}-
#1 Alabama (3-0) (#1)
No surprise here, as Alabama makes its way back to first place. Alabama is coming off of a nice win over Miami, but it was much closer than expected. If Alabama can improve its defense more and stop doing stupid plays, they will be basically a lock for the rest of the season for the playoffs. They have a bye week this week, so it should be a time to focus on improving their team even more.
#2 Clemson (2-0) (#2)
Clemson just keeps climbing the ladder, but this week they are back in the same spot as last week. Clemson is coming off of a bye week, and will face Kansas State this week. The only problem with this Clemson team, is that they have really faced no one challenging, as they beat both Miami and Ohio State, for a combined record of 1-5. Kansas State, their next opponent, has a 1-2 record.
-{On the Edge}-
#3 ASU (2-1) (#4)
ASU improves to 2-1 following their victory over Kansas State, where Kansas State forfeited in the first quarter while the score was 9-0 in ASU’s favor. ASU is looking like a good team, and is starting to really show their capabilities for a playoff run. This team is a dark horse, watch out for them. They have a bye week this week, so it should give them time to improve more, especially on offense in order to compliment their solid defense.
#4 LSU (1-1) (#5)
LSU moves up one spot by virtue of some other teams losing. LSU has really under preformed to this point, even going through a coaching change prompted by the University President. They are coming off of a bye, and face Ohio State. If they can beat Ohio State, they should stay in the top four, however if they lose, they probably won’t remain in the top four.
-{At the Threshold}-
#5 UCLA (1-2) (UNRANKED)
It’s funny how things can change so quickly. UCLA was coming off being talked about as one of the worst teams in the league, however, they got a critical win over Ohio State last week pushing them into the #5 spot. UCLA built some momentum with their win, however, they lost their quarterback, and now the future is unclear for this team. They will play Miami this week, and a win against them can bring them back to .500.
Ohio State (1-2) (UNRANKED)
Ohio State had an early season victory against Kansas State, but we are now learning that that isn't saying very much. Ohio State is looking to be the Ohio State we all know and feel bad for. This team is spiraling out of control quickly, and FinalsFantasy needs to find something that will bring this team together. If they can upset LSU at home this week, then they can build some momentum to put them back into the playoff contention.
-{The Longshots}-
Kansas State (1-2) (#3)
So last week all of the league was shocked when the committee put Kansas State in the third ranking spot. This week they fall out of it completely. Kansas State was a ticking time bomb waiting to explode, and ASU was the catalyst. They very quickly fell apart, and ended up forfeiting their game in the first quarter. The offense for Kansas State was awful, with multiple turnovers and a safety in the first quarter alone. Kansas State needs a new head coach and a makeover if they want to compete this season.
Miami (0-3) (UNRANKED)
Miami is the only team left that has not won a game. But this week might be the week they get the win, as they play UCLA. If Miami can pick off UCLA, they may be in contention for a playoff spot, but they already have 3 losses, and another would make it very difficult to get a spot. It is a long road ahead for Miami, but it is doable.
-{Conclusion}-
These are the College Football Rankings going into Week 4. Let me know what you think of the rankings. Who is too high? Who got snubbed? Make sure to leave your thoughts down below. |