LSU rises to third in CBS Sports power rankings after Clemson win
Michigan and Clemson fall out of the top 25 as CBS Sports places Ohio State and Texas at opposite ends of its top five ahead of Week 2.
LSU has risen to third in CBS Sports’ college football power rankings after defeating Clemson, while Michigan and Clemson have dropped out of the top 25.
Ohio State and Texas bookend the top five ahead of a reported Week 2 showdown. The supplied rankings do not specify their exact positions or provide details of the game.
CBS Sports also identified Miami and LSU as major movers after strong offensive performances against Power Four opponents. Ole Miss’ 41–38 win over Louisville was Week 1’s only ranked-versus-ranked result.
The publication reported that the Southeastern Conference began the season 16–0, with an average winning margin of 37.6 points. CBS Sports said it was the conference’s first undefeated opening week since 1997.
The rankings combine opponent-adjusted efficiency, Elo and consistency across all 138 Football Bowl Subdivision teams. Preseason projections remain influential early in the season, when a single game provides limited data.
CBS Sports expects considerable volatility during the first three weeks, with results carrying more weight and human adjustments diminishing as the season progresses. The list is a media and model ranking, rather than an official College Football Playoff selection committee ranking.
