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Volunteers Rise to 20th in AP Poll; Missouri Falls

11/10/2025

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Summary

Story summary

The Tennessee Volunteers football team moved to 20 in the AP Poll after bye week, up from 23.
They will face New Mexico State on November 15.
Missouri dropped out of the AP Poll after a 38-17 loss to Texas A&M, eliminating them from College Football Playoff contention.
The top seven teams remain unchanged, with Ohio State leading.
Texas A&M's strong performance has sparked talks of a rise.

History

Historical Context

The Tennessee Volunteers achieved a historic milestone in 1998 by winning the national championship with a perfect 13-0 record, defeating Florida State 23-16 in the inaugural Bowl Championship Series (BCS) Fiesta Bowl. This victory marked a significant moment in college football, reflecting the evolving landscape of rankings and playoff contention, as the Volunteers continue to maintain competitiveness in the sport today.

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Story summary

The Tennessee Volunteers football team moved to 20 in the AP Poll after bye week, up from 23.
They will face New Mexico State on November 15.
Missouri dropped out of the AP Poll after a 38-17 loss to Texas A&M, eliminating them from College Football Playoff contention.
The top seven teams remain unchanged, with Ohio State leading.
Texas A&M's strong performance has sparked talks of a rise.

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