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Georgia reclaimed Joel Klatt’s No. 1 ranking after a 42-7 win at Ole Miss, while Notre Dame’s 31-24 victory ended Miami’s unbeaten run and pushed the Hurricanes to No. 6. Klatt’s top 10 rewards head-to-head results: Texas ranks ahead of Tennessee, which ranks ahead of Alabama, based on their wins over one another. Undefeated UCLA and Utah sit at Nos. 4 and 5, with Indiana at No. 2 and Notre Dame at No. 3.

By the Numbers
  • Georgia beat Ole Miss, 42-7.
  • Notre Dame beat Miami, 31-24; Miami fell 5 spots, from No. 1 to No. 6.
  • UCLA and Utah are both 9-0, the only undefeated teams remaining.
  • Klatt’s top 10: Georgia, Indiana, Notre Dame, UCLA, Utah, Miami, Texas, Tennessee, Alabama and BYU.
Yes, But

Klatt sees Miami’s comeback from a 24-3 deficit—without star receiver Malachi Toney—as encouraging despite the loss. He also acknowledges skepticism about UCLA’s schedule, but argues its defense, running game and performance merit the No. 4 spot. His rankings are his own, and don’t always align with the College Football Playoff committee.

What's Next

Klatt expects Georgia to remain No. 1 until another team shows it can match the Bulldogs’ defense and consistency. He also believes Utah could reach the College Football Playoff even without winning the Big 12 title game.

Bottom Line

Klatt’s rankings put results and head-to-head wins ahead of reputation: Georgia leads the pack, while Notre Dame’s win reshapes the top 10 and Miami remains a contender despite its first loss.