Back to today’s briefing

Story perspectives

Arizona Stays No. 1; Michigan's Dominance Sparks Poll Debate

1/5/2026

45 3

Summary

Story summary

Arizona remains No. 1 in the AP Top 25 with a 14-0 record after three straight wins, averaging a 27.7-point margin.
Michigan, which received 19 of 58 first-place votes in the previous poll, won its last two games by 41 and 30 points.
The first AP poll of 2026 will be released soon to show how voters balance Arizona's 14-0 start with Michigan's recent performance.

1 of 1

Story summary

Arizona remains No. 1 in the AP Top 25 with a 14-0 record after three straight wins, averaging a 27.7-point margin.
Michigan, which received 19 of 58 first-place votes in the previous poll, won its last two games by 41 and 30 points.
The first AP poll of 2026 will be released soon to show how voters balance Arizona's 14-0 start with Michigan's recent performance.