Associated Press Top 25 poll voters hit a new, ridiculous low with this week's results
The Associated Press Top 25 poll gives the SEC special treatment, ranking Florida and South Carolina despite three losses each already this season.
TL;DR
- Associated Press Top 25 poll voters are accused of not paying attention or having pro-conference/team biases.
- The SEC is receiving preferential treatment, with teams like Florida and South Carolina ranked despite having three losses.
- Texas is ranked No. 10 with two poor losses, while Texas Tech with one loss and two ranked wins is No. 13.
- Missouri is ranked No. 19 with an unimpressive resume.
- Florida's three blowout losses are overlooked, leading to its ranking.
- South Carolina is ranked No. 23 with three losses, despite weaker wins.
- Notre Dame's No. 4 ranking is questioned given its easy schedule compared to undefeated UCLA and one-loss Indiana.
- Poll voters are criticized for being committed to brand names over actual performance.
- The article suggests that NIL and the transfer portal have flattened college football, making brand names less relevant.
- The AP Poll's influence on the College Football Playoff selection committee rankings is a significant concern.