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AP College Football Poll 2025 Week 4 Rankings Released: Georgia Tech Surge, Clemson Plummets
NEW YORK - The AP College Football Poll released Tuesday reflects a turbulent Week 3, highlighted by Georgia Tech’s stunning 55-yard field goal victory over Clemson and notable shifts among the top contenders. The Tigers, previously a mainstay in the rankings, suffered their second loss of the season and tumbled to 1-2, raising questions about their championship aspirations. Simultaneously occurring, Georgia Tech’s win propelled them into the Top 25, marking one of the biggest risers of the week.
The unexpected results underscore the volatility of the 2025 college football season, particularly as conference play intensifies. Clemson’s struggles are especially perplexing given their established program continuity - a factor expected to provide an early edge as other College Football Playoff contenders navigate the challenges of roster turnover and the transfer portal. The loss to Georgia Tech has sparked debate across the state and nationally about the Tigers’ ability to regain their dominant form.
Key Movements in the AP Top 25:
* Clemson: Dropped substantially following the 55-yard field goal loss to Georgia Tech, falling to 1-2 on the season.
* Georgia Tech: entered the Top 25 after the victory over Clemson, showcasing the potential of Aidan Birr’s kicking prowess.
* Conference Openers Loom: Week 4 features crucial conference matchups, including South Carolina vs. Missouri, Auburn at Oklahoma, Illinois vs. Indiana, and Utah hosting Texas Tech. These games will further shape the landscape of the Big 12, SEC, and Big Ten title races.
The Week 4 schedule promises to be pivotal, with several teams looking to rebound from early-season setbacks and establish themselves as conference frontrunners. south Carolina aims to avoid an 0-2 start in the SEC against Missouri, while Auburn and Oklahoma will kick off their Big 12 campaigns in Norman. The Illinois-Indiana matchup will offer insight into potential challengers to Penn State and Ohio State,and the Utah-Texas Tech contest coudl be an early indicator of the Big 12 championship picture.
Beyond these key games, the AP Poll will continue to track the evolving fortunes of teams across the nation as they navigate the increasingly competitive landscape of the 2025 college football season. The coming weeks will be critical in determining which programs can maintain consistency and emerge as legitimate playoff contenders.
