LSU's beatdown of Clemson resonated with the voters, as did Michigan's unimpressive showing against Western Michigan
LSU took a big jump, Oregon tumbled, and Michigan fell out altogether in the latest top 25 poll. Following a convincing 51-10 win over Clemson, LSU moved up three spots to No. 8 in the country, one spot ahead of Week 3 opponent No. 9 Ole Miss. While Michigan technically beat Western Michigan on a controversial last-second Hail Mary touchdown, the AP voters still dropped the Wolverines all the way out of the top 25.
Michigan had been ranked No. 16 in the preseason poll. Oregon also saw a big drop, falling four spots from No. 6 after a close call victory over Boise State.
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