The ESPN FPI Top 25 rankings are already here after a wild Week 1, and Texas is sitting pretty at No. 1. They absolutely rolled Texas State 59-7 on Saturday, making a massive statement right out of the gate for the 2026 college football season.
Texas and Ohio State Are Here To Play
Talk about a debut! Texas quarterback Arch Manning came out firing against Texas State, racking up 305 yards through the air, tossing four touchdowns, and grabbing one interception. That 59-7 win was a clear message from the Longhorns: they mean business this year. But don’t sleep on Ohio State. They crushed Ball State 56-3, landing at No. 2 in the FPI right behind Texas. Quarterback Julian Sayin and wide receiver Jeremiah Smith were absolutely on another level in that game, and they’ll need that exact type of performance if OSU wants to take down Texas next Saturday. We’re talking about an early season clash of titans, folks!
The Top Five Is Stacked
Rounding out the top five, we’ve got some serious contenders. Notre Dame checked in after beating Wisconsin. Miami got a solid win against Stanford, and Georgia handled business against Tennessee State. These teams are all making their claims early, showing they belong in that top tier.
We still have one more game left in Week 1, with SMU taking on Florida State. But honestly, all eyes are already on next Saturday when No. 2 Ohio State faces No. 1 Texas. This isn’t just an early season game, it’s a monumental measuring stick for two of the best in the country. You know we’ll be glued to the screen!
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Originally reported by Yahoo Sports.
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