Ballot Type: Human
Submitted: Sept. 18, 2022, 8:10 p.m.
Overall Rationale: Based on watching and breaking down games for the past week, strength of victories. 26-30: Texas, Oregon State, Washington State, Florida State, Kansas
| Rank | Team | Reason |
|---|---|---|
| 1 |
Georgia Bulldogs
|
They got better from last year, incredible |
| 2 |
Alabama Crimson Tide
|
It felt like they played UL Monroe every year, but they don't. Nothing else to add on this game. |
| 3 |
Ohio State Buckeyes
|
Excited to see them play Wisconsin in prime time and they look compared to the ND game. |
| 4 |
Clemson Tigers
|
First test this week against Wake. Will be focused on how DJ plays against Wakes defense |
| 5 |
Michigan Wolverines
|
I don't think Maryland will be a big test, but this will be the first real opponent for UM this week. Will be keeping a close eye on QB play |
| 6 |
Oklahoma Sooners
|
Nebraska still has talent on their roster, so the lopsided win is still impressive. Defense has shined brighter than the offense so far in my eyes. |
| 7 |
USC Trojans
|
Took care of business as they should. Oregon State could pose a challenge this week on the road, but a dominant performance would cement them as a legit CFP threat to me. |
| 8 |
Oklahoma State Cowboys
|
Nothing on their game this week, I think they're really good on offense but the defense has yet to be tested by a top team |
| 9 |
Arkansas Razorbacks
|
Not the greatest start to say the least, but finished strong. Pass defense is worrisome after this one. |
| 10 |
Kentucky Wildcats
|
Nothing new to really add. Bet the over this week. |
| 11 |
Tennessee Volunteers
|
Poor Akron... Looking forward to this weeks matchup. A win is needed as they begin a tough three-game stretch. Will be interesting to see where they stand after the next 6 games too. |
| 12 |
NC State Wolfpack
|
Took care of business despite a not so great offensive performance. Defense was very good |
| 13 |
Utah Utes
|
Another strong performance, like it should be against a much lesser opponent. |
| 14 |
Oregon Ducks
|
Oregon's demise was greatly underestimated. Never thought a loss to UGA, regardless of how lopsided, deserved the drop they received. Played well all around against a good BYU team. |
| 15 |
Penn State Nittany Lions
|
Very impressive win. Not sure how good Auburn really is, but winning on the road by this commanding of a margin is nothing to scoff at. |
| 16 |
Baylor Bears
|
Sneaky game against ISU this week before the big one against OK ST. Looked good though |
| 17 |
Florida Gators
|
Thought about dropping them after a very poor game, but it happens. A loss to Tennessee will likely result in falling out... AR has been very bad the past two weeks so this will be a massive road test. |
| 18 |
Pittsburgh Panthers
|
Likely won't be a lot of big movements from the Panthers in the coming weeks (unless they lose) as the schedule shouldn't be too difficult for them. |
| 19 |
Washington Huskies
|
Really solid and complete win against MSU. Stanford this week and UCLA after could be tricky, but liking what I see so far. |
| 20 |
Michigan State Spartans
|
I don't understand dropping them as far the AP did or the Coaches, if Washington is the #18 in the AP then Michigan Stat should still be ranked. A loss to Minnesota would change that. |
| 21 |
Texas A&M Aggies
|
Back in my top 25 after falling out last week. Didn't wow me against Miami, but beating a ranked team brings them back in. |
| 22 |
Miami Hurricanes
|
A big drop from last week sure, but this team still has had a strong start. |
| 23 |
BYU Cougars
|
The Cougars got a beat down, but I already had Oregon in the top25. Don't see them falling out anytime soon. |
| 24 |
Wake Forest Demon Deacons
|
Its a drop largely due to the schedule played so far, didn't impress against Liberty either. This week will be the big test. |
| 25 |
Cincinnati Bearcats
|
I realize most will have Texas in over Cincy, but I still feel this team is a serious threat for the G5 NY6 bowl. |
Teams Ranked:
| Rank | Team | Unusualness |
|---|---|---|
| 1 |
Georgia Bulldogs
|
0.00 |
| 2 |
Alabama Crimson Tide
|
0.00 |
| 3 |
Ohio State Buckeyes
|
0.00 |
| 4 |
Clemson Tigers
|
0.16 |
| 5 |
Michigan Wolverines
|
0.00 |
| 6 |
Oklahoma Sooners
|
0.00 |
| 7 |
USC Trojans
|
0.00 |
| 8 |
Oklahoma State Cowboys
|
0.00 |
| 9 |
Arkansas Razorbacks
|
0.04 |
| 10 |
Kentucky Wildcats
|
0.00 |
| 11 |
Tennessee Volunteers
|
0.00 |
| 12 |
NC State Wolfpack
|
0.00 |
| 13 |
Utah Utes
|
0.44 |
| 14 |
Oregon Ducks
|
0.28 |
| 15 |
Penn State Nittany Lions
|
0.00 |
| 16 |
Baylor Bears
|
0.32 |
| 17 |
Florida Gators
|
1.50 |
| 18 |
Pittsburgh Panthers
|
1.80 |
| 19 |
Washington Huskies
|
0.00 |
| 20 |
Michigan State Spartans
|
1.51 |
| 21 |
Texas A&M Aggies
|
0.44 |
| 22 |
Miami Hurricanes
|
1.16 |
| 23 |
BYU Cougars
|
0.00 |
| 24 |
Wake Forest Demon Deacons
|
-0.25 |
| 25 |
Cincinnati Bearcats
|
0.00 |
Omissions:
| Team | Unusualness |
|---|---|
Ole Miss Rebels
|
1.48 |
Texas Longhorns
|
0.31 |
Florida State Seminoles
|
0.07 |
Minnesota Golden Gophers
|
0.09 |
Oregon State Beavers
|
0.07 |
Washington State Cougars
|
0.02 |
Total Score: 9.97