NCAAF - College Football Standings

ACC

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Florida State Seminoles
Florida State Seminoles
8-613-18-6-0+1.4
Louisville Cardinals
Louisville Cardinals
6-810-48-6-0-2.8
North Carolina State Wolfpack
North Carolina State Wolfpack
7-69-44-9-0+0.4
Georgia Tech Yellow Jackets
Georgia Tech Yellow Jackets
8-57-69-4-0+2.5
Virginia Tech Hokies
Virginia Tech Hokies
8-57-69-4-0+2.5
Clemson Tigers
Clemson Tigers
6-79-46-7-0-1.7
North Carolina Tar Heels
North Carolina Tar Heels
6-78-56-6-1-1.7
Duke Blue Devils
Duke Blue Devils
7-68-57-5-1+0.4
Miami (FL) Hurricanes
Miami (FL) Hurricanes
6-77-68-5-0-1.7
Boston College Eagles
Boston College Eagles
5-87-68-4-1-3.8
Syracuse Orange
Syracuse Orange
5-7-16-75-8-0-2.7
Pittsburgh Panthers
Pittsburgh Panthers
4-83-98-4-0-4.8
Virginia Cavaliers
Virginia Cavaliers
8-43-98-2-2+3.6
Wake Forest Demon Deacons
Wake Forest Demon Deacons
4-84-86-6-0-4.8

Big 12

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Texas Longhorns
Texas Longhorns
7-6-112-26-8-0+0.4
Oklahoma State Cowboys
Oklahoma State Cowboys
8-610-47-7-0+1.4
Oklahoma Sooners
Oklahoma Sooners
8-510-38-5-0+2.5
West Virginia Mountaineers
West Virginia Mountaineers
8-59-48-5-0+2.5
Iowa State Cyclones
Iowa State Cyclones
7-67-66-7-0+0.4
Kansas State Wildcats
Kansas State Wildcats
8-4-19-47-6-0+3.6
Texas Tech Red Raiders
Texas Tech Red Raiders
6-77-65-8-0-1.7
Kansas Jayhawks
Kansas Jayhawks
8-59-47-6-0+2.5
UCF Knights
UCF Knights
5-7-16-76-7-0-2.7
TCU Horned Frogs
TCU Horned Frogs
5-75-74-8-0-2.7
Brigham Young Cougars
Brigham Young Cougars
5-75-77-5-0-2.7
Houston Cougars
Houston Cougars
5-6-14-85-7-0-1.6
Baylor Bears
Baylor Bears
3-7-12-96-5-0-4.7
Cincinnati Bearcats
Cincinnati Bearcats
4-83-98-4-0-4.8

Conference USA

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Liberty Flames
Liberty Flames
9-513-18-6-0+3.5
New Mexico State Aggies
New Mexico State Aggies
10-4-110-55-10-0+5.6
Jacksonville State Gamecocks
Jacksonville State Gamecocks
9-49-46-7-0+4.6
Western Kentucky Hilltoppers
Western Kentucky Hilltoppers
6-78-57-6-0-1.7
Middle Tennessee Blue Raiders
Middle Tennessee Blue Raiders
4-84-85-6-1-4.8
Louisiana Tech Bulldogs
Louisiana Tech Bulldogs
3-93-96-5-1-6.9
Sam Houston State Bearkats
Sam Houston State Bearkats
6-63-96-6-0-0.6
UTEP Miners
UTEP Miners
6-63-95-7-0-0.6
Florida International Panthers
Florida International Panthers
5-74-86-6-0-2.7

Mid-American

atssuo/u/punits
Toledo Rockets
Toledo Rockets
7-711-37-7-0-0.7
Miami (OH) RedHawks
Miami (OH) RedHawks
11-311-35-9-0+7.7
Ohio Bobcats
Ohio Bobcats
7-610-34-8-1+0.4
Bowling Green Falcons
Bowling Green Falcons
8-57-68-4-1+2.5
Northern Illinois Huskies
Northern Illinois Huskies
6-77-66-7-0-1.7
Eastern Michigan Eagles
Eastern Michigan Eagles
5-7-16-76-7-0-2.7
Buffalo Bulls
Buffalo Bulls
5-63-84-7-0-1.6
Central Michigan Chippewas
Central Michigan Chippewas
3-95-77-5-0-6.9
Western Michigan Broncos
Western Michigan Broncos
7-44-77-4-0+2.6
Ball State Cardinals
Ball State Cardinals
7-4-14-84-8-0+2.6
Akron Zips
Akron Zips
4-6-22-105-7-0-2.6
Kent State Golden Flashes
Kent State Golden Flashes
3-8-11-118-4-0-5.8

Pac-12

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Washington Huskies
Washington Huskies
7-7-114-17-8-0-0.7
Oregon Ducks
Oregon Ducks
10-3-112-25-9-0+6.7
Arizona Wildcats
Arizona Wildcats
11-210-35-8-0+8.8
Oregon State Beavers
Oregon State Beavers
6-78-57-6-0-1.7
Utah Utes
Utah Utes
6-6-18-55-8-0-0.6
USC Trojans
USC Trojans
4-98-510-3-0-5.9
UCLA Bruins
UCLA Bruins
6-78-53-10-0-1.7
California Golden Bears
California Golden Bears
6-76-77-6-0-1.7
Washington State Cougars
Washington State Cougars
6-65-77-5-0-0.6
Arizona State Sun Devils
Arizona State Sun Devils
5-6-13-95-7-0-1.6
Stanford Cardinal
Stanford Cardinal
5-73-95-7-0-2.7
Colorado Buffaloes
Colorado Buffaloes
7-4-14-86-6-0+2.6

Sun Belt

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James Madison Dukes
James Madison Dukes
8-511-28-5-0+2.5
Troy Trojans
Troy Trojans
8-611-36-8-0+1.4
Appalachian State Mountaineers
Appalachian State Mountaineers
6-7-19-57-7-0-1.7
Coastal Carolina Chanticleers
Coastal Carolina Chanticleers
9-48-54-9-0+4.6
Old Dominion Monarchs
Old Dominion Monarchs
7-55-76-6-0+1.5
Texas State Bobcats
Texas State Bobcats
7-68-56-6-1+0.4
Arkansas State Red Wolves
Arkansas State Red Wolves
7-66-76-7-0+0.4
South Alabama Jaguars
South Alabama Jaguars
5-87-67-6-0-3.8
Georgia Southern Eagles
Georgia Southern Eagles
5-86-76-6-1-3.8
Georgia State Panthers
Georgia State Panthers
7-67-66-7-0+0.4
Marshall Thundering Herd
Marshall Thundering Herd
4-96-77-6-0-5.9
Louisiana-Lafayette Ragin' Cajuns
Louisiana-Lafayette Ragin' Cajuns
6-76-78-5-0-1.7
Southern Miss Golden Eagles
Southern Miss Golden Eagles
4-83-99-3-0-4.8
Louisiana-Monroe Warhawks
Louisiana-Monroe Warhawks
5-72-106-6-0-2.7

American Athletic

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SMU Mustangs
SMU Mustangs
8-611-36-8-0+1.4
Tulane Green Wave
Tulane Green Wave
5-911-33-11-0-4.9
UTSA Roadrunners
UTSA Roadrunners
6-79-45-8-0-1.7
Memphis Tigers
Memphis Tigers
5-7-110-311-2-0-2.7
South Florida Bulls
South Florida Bulls
7-67-67-6-0+0.4
Rice Owls
Rice Owls
8-4-16-77-6-0+3.6
Navy Midshipmen
Navy Midshipmen
4-85-74-7-1-4.8
North Texas Mean Green
North Texas Mean Green
8-45-76-6-0+3.6
Florida Atlantic Owls
Florida Atlantic Owls
3-7-24-85-7-0-4.7
UAB Blazers
UAB Blazers
6-64-87-5-0-0.6
Tulsa Golden Hurricane
Tulsa Golden Hurricane
5-6-14-85-7-0-1.6
Charlotte 49ers
Charlotte 49ers
6-63-96-6-0-0.6
Temple Owls
Temple Owls
3-93-96-6-0-6.9
East Carolina Pirates
East Carolina Pirates
5-72-104-8-0-2.7

Big Ten

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Michigan Wolverines
Michigan Wolverines
8-5-114-07-7-0+2.5
Ohio State Buckeyes
Ohio State Buckeyes
7-5-111-23-10-0+1.5
Iowa Hawkeyes
Iowa Hawkeyes
6-7-110-42-12-0-1.7
Penn State Nittany Lions
Penn State Nittany Lions
9-410-37-6-0+4.6
Northwestern Wildcats
Northwestern Wildcats
9-48-56-7-0+4.6
Wisconsin Badgers
Wisconsin Badgers
6-6-17-65-8-0-0.6
Maryland Terrapins
Maryland Terrapins
7-68-57-6-0+0.4
Rutgers Scarlet Knights
Rutgers Scarlet Knights
7-5-17-67-6-0+1.5
Nebraska Cornhuskers
Nebraska Cornhuskers
4-7-15-75-7-0-3.7
Minnesota Golden Gophers
Minnesota Golden Gophers
5-86-76-7-0-3.8
Illinois Fighting Illini
Illinois Fighting Illini
3-95-76-6-0-6.9
Purdue Boilermakers
Purdue Boilermakers
4-84-86-6-0-4.8
Michigan State Spartans
Michigan State Spartans
5-6-14-85-7-0-1.6
Indiana Hoosiers
Indiana Hoosiers
7-53-98-4-0+1.5

IA Independents

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Notre Dame Fighting Irish
Notre Dame Fighting Irish
9-3-110-39-4-0+5.7
Army Black Knights
Army Black Knights
5-6-16-65-6-1-1.6
Massachusetts Minutemen
Massachusetts Minutemen
5-62-98-3-0-1.6
Connecticut Huskies
Connecticut Huskies
6-63-95-7-0-0.6

Mountain West

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UNLV Rebels
UNLV Rebels
10-49-59-5-0+5.6
Boise State Broncos
Boise State Broncos
7-5-28-610-4-0+1.5
San Jose State Spartans
San Jose State Spartans
8-4-17-68-5-0+3.6
Air Force Falcons
Air Force Falcons
6-79-47-6-0-1.7
Wyoming Cowboys
Wyoming Cowboys
7-5-19-46-7-0+1.5
Fresno State Bulldogs
Fresno State Bulldogs
5-89-48-5-0-3.8
Utah State Aggies
Utah State Aggies
6-76-79-3-1-1.7
Colorado State Rams
Colorado State Rams
4-74-76-5-0-3.7
Hawaii Rainbow Warriors
Hawaii Rainbow Warriors
5-7-15-86-7-0-2.7
New Mexico Lobos
New Mexico Lobos
6-64-89-3-0-0.6
San Diego State Aztecs
San Diego State Aztecs
7-54-85-6-1+1.5
Nevada Wolf Pack
Nevada Wolf Pack
6-62-106-6-0-0.6

SEC

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Alabama Crimson Tide
Alabama Crimson Tide
9-512-29-3-2+3.5
Georgia Bulldogs
Georgia Bulldogs
5-8-113-17-7-0-3.8
Missouri Tigers
Missouri Tigers
9-411-27-5-1+4.6
Ole Miss Rebels
Ole Miss Rebels
7-4-211-26-7-0+2.6
LSU Tigers
LSU Tigers
7-5-110-312-1-0+1.5
Tennessee Volunteers
Tennessee Volunteers
7-69-46-7-0+0.4
Texas A&M Aggies
Texas A&M Aggies
5-6-27-66-6-1-1.6
Florida Gators
Florida Gators
4-85-78-4-0-4.8
South Carolina Gamecocks
South Carolina Gamecocks
6-65-75-7-0-0.6
Kentucky Wildcats
Kentucky Wildcats
7-67-69-4-0+0.4
Auburn Tigers
Auburn Tigers
6-76-75-7-1-1.7
Mississippi State Bulldogs
Mississippi State Bulldogs
3-8-15-76-5-1-5.8
Arkansas Razorbacks
Arkansas Razorbacks
5-74-88-3-1-2.7
Vanderbilt Commodores
Vanderbilt Commodores
2-102-109-3-0-9

Exploring the College Football Standings

In the realm of college football, the standings serve as a crucial metric, providing a snapshot of each team's performance throughout the college football regular season. These standings are an indispensable tool for both enthusiasts and analysts, offering valuable insights into the current rankings, team progress and potential postseason opportunities. In this guide, we delve into the intricacies of college football standings, shedding light on their significance and how they impact the sport.

The Importance of NCAAF Standings

In college football, the significance of National Collegiate Athletic Association Football (NCAAF) standings cannot be overstated. These standings play a pivotal role in shaping the narrative of the entire season and hold immense value for teams, players, fans and analysts alike. Let's delve into the crucial aspects that make NCAAF standings an indispensable component of the college football landscape.

  • Team Recognition and Prestige: NCAAF standings act as a reflection of a team's performance and provide a clear hierarchy of success. Higher positions in the standings signify a team's dominance and achievement of consistent victories and their ability to cover the spread. Reputable college programs that consistently maintain top standings earn national recognition and prestige, thereby attracting potential recruits and enhancing the program's overall reputation.
  • Determining Post-Season Opportunities: For college football teams, the ultimate goal is often securing a spot in the post-season, especially prestigious bowl games and playoffs. NCAAF standings serve as a crucial criterion for post-season selection committees. Teams with higher standings in their respective conferences and divisions gain priority consideration for post-season invitations. This incentive drives teams to compete fiercely throughout the season, making every game a potential turning point in their quest for post-season glory.
  • Fueling Fan Engagement and Enthusiasm: NCAAF standings serve as a rallying point for fans, fostering a sense of belonging and loyalty to their favorite teams. As the season progresses, the standings become a topic of intense discussion and speculation among fans, amplifying the excitement and enthusiasm surrounding college football. The standings add an extra layer of drama to every game, as even a single victory or defeat can have a substantial impact on a team's position in the rankings.
  • Informing Strategic Analysis: For analysts and pundits, NCAAF standings provide a wealth of data to assess team performances objectively. In-depth analysis of standings, along with other metrics like strength of schedule and head-to-head matchups, enables experts to make informed predictions and identify trends that may shape the course of the season. This data-driven approach aids in understanding the strengths and weaknesses of teams, fostering insightful discussions and content for fans and followers.

The importance of NCAAF standings extends far beyond mere statistics. They serve as a powerful driving force, influencing team dynamics, player recognition, fan engagement and strategic analysis throughout the college football season. Embracing the significance of NCAAF standings enriches the overall experience of college football enthusiasts and fosters a deeper understanding of the sport's intricate nuances.

The Factors That Determine the Standings

The college football standings are shaped by a multitude of factors that define the success and ranking of teams throughout the season. Understanding these factors is essential in comprehending the intricacies of how teams rise or fall in the standings. The following sections will delve into the key determinants of college football standings, shedding light on their significance and impact on the overall standings.

Strength of Schedule

The strength of schedule is a critical factor that heavily influences a team's standings in college football. It refers to the overall difficulty of a team's opponents throughout the season. Teams that face tougher opponents, especially from highly competitive conferences, are deemed to have a stronger conference schedule.

A challenging schedule offers an opportunity for teams to showcase their mettle against formidable opponents, but it also presents higher risks of defeat. Winning against tougher opponents bolsters a team's standing and strengthens their case for postseason opportunities and higher rankings. On the other hand, a weaker schedule may lead to higher win counts, but it might not be enough to gain recognition or secure top spots in the standings.

Win-Loss NCAAF Records

The win-loss record is perhaps the most fundamental metric in college football standings. It simply reflects the number of games a team has won versus the games they have lost. A winning record is crucial for a team's standing, as it signifies success on the field.

Conference records further emphasize a team's performance within their specific conference. Consistently winning conference games is vital for securing conference titles and higher conference standings. Current win streaks can also contribute to a team's momentum and play a significant role in improving their position in the overall standings.

Head-to-Head NCAAF Records

Head-to-head records directly impact team standings, especially when teams within the same conference compete against each other. When two teams have identical win-loss records, their head-to-head conference matchup results become a deciding factor in determining the higher-ranked team.

The Against The Spread (ATS) streak is another element within the head-to-head records that takes into account the performance of a team against the point spread. ATS streaks can highlight a team's consistency in exceeding or failing to meet expectations set by oddsmakers.

Rankings & College Football Polls

Rankings and college football polls play a significant role in shaping the standings. These rankings are determined by a combination of expert polls and computer algorithms, evaluating team performances, strength of schedule and margin of victory.

High rankings elevate a team's standing and improve their chances of qualifying for prestigious postseason bowl games and playoff berths. Top-ranked teams enjoy national recognition and increased visibility, positively impacting their overall reputation and recruiting efforts.

Margin of Victory

The margin of victory measures the difference in points between winning and losing teams in college football games. A sizable margin of victory can bolster a team's standing, indicating their dominance on the field.

However, teams with consistently close victories might still secure a higher standing if they consistently find ways to win crucial matchups.

Playoff & Bowl Game Performances

Postseason performances, such as conference championship games, playoff appearances and bowl games, play a pivotal role in the final standings.

Successful performances in these high-stakes contests can significantly improve a team's ranking and leave a lasting impact on their overall standing for the season.

How Ties & Overtime Results Impact Standings

In college football, ties and overtime results can have a notable impact on team standings. These outcomes introduce unique considerations and influence how teams are ranked within their conferences and divisions. Let's explore how ties and overtime results affect the overall standings of college football teams.

Ties in College Football

Tied games occur when both teams finish the regulation time with an equal number of points. In college football, ties were once more common, but modern rules have minimized their occurrence. Despite their rarity, ties still have implications for team standings.

When a team ties a game, they receive half of the points that would be allocated for a victory in the standings. While this grants them some points, it can be detrimental when competing against teams that consistently secure wins. Teams with more wins tend to be ranked higher, as they have accumulated more points in the standings.

However, a tie can also serve as a crucial buffer in a team's standings. It ensures they do not receive zero points from a loss and allows them to remain within striking distance of higher-ranked teams. Nevertheless, ties can be a double-edged sword, as too many draws might hinder a team's ascent in the standings.

Overtime Results in College Football

Overtime in college football provides a thrilling resolution when regular time ends in a tie. In overtime, each team gets an equal opportunity to score, starting from a specified position on the field. The outcome of an overtime game holds significance for a team's ranking and overall standing.

A victory in overtime carries the same value as a regular-time win in the standings, granting the victorious team full points. This allows teams to make significant leaps in the rankings if they manage to secure crucial victories during overtime periods.

On the other hand, losing in overtime can have adverse effects on a team's standing. The losing team receives zero points for the game, which can be a substantial setback, especially in a closely contested conference or division.

Impact on the Standings

The impact of ties and overtime results on team standings can be crucial, particularly in highly competitive conferences. Each tied game or overtime outcome affects a team's total points, which ultimately influences their ranking.

For teams aiming to secure conference championships or postseason berths, minimizing tied games and maximizing overtime victories becomes pivotal. Every point earned in the standings becomes instrumental in positioning a team for potential playoff opportunities or prestigious bowl game invitations.

How To Use College Football Standings When Betting

Standings in college football can be valuable tools for bettors looking to make informed decisions when placing bets. Understanding how to utilize rankings effectively can enhance the betting experience and increase the chances of making successful wagers. Here's a breakdown of how rankings can be leveraged when engaging in college football betting.

  • Gauging Team Performance: Rankings provide an objective assessment of a team's performance throughout the season. Bettors can utilize these rankings to identify teams that have consistently demonstrated their prowess on the field. Higher-ranked teams often exhibit greater consistency and skill, making them attractive options for placing bets, particularly as favorites in certain matchups.
  • Evaluating Point Spreads (ATS Streak): When betting on college football, point spreads are commonly used to level the playing field between opposing teams. The ATS streak is a key metric derived from point spreads, indicating a team's performance in meeting or exceeding the spread expectations set by sports betting operators. Bettors can analyze ATS streaks to assess how well a team has performed against point spreads in previous games. A team with a current streak that is positive indicates they have consistently outperformed expectations, making them favorable choices to cover the spread in upcoming games.
  • Identifying Underdogs and Upsets: While higher-ranked teams tend to be favored in most matchups, there are instances where rankings can help bettors identify potential upsets or opportunities to bet on underdogs. Analyzing the rankings of underdog teams and comparing them to their opponents can unveil hidden value in betting lines. Upsets are not uncommon in college football and bettors who identify teams with the potential to outperform their ranking can seize profitable betting opportunities when the college football odds are in their favor.
  • Considering Home Field Advantage: Rankings can also assist in evaluating the impact of home field advantage when placing bets. Higher-ranked teams playing on their home turf may have an added edge due to familiar surroundings, enthusiastic home crowds and travel advantages. On the other hand, lower-ranked teams performing exceptionally well at home can be appealing options when considering potential upsets.
  • Researching Sports Betting Operators: To optimize the use of rankings in betting, it's essential to research reputable sports betting operators. Different operators may offer varied odds and lines based on team rankings and performance metrics. Comparing odds from multiple sources allows bettors to identify the best possible value for their wagers.

When using rankings for college football betting, bettors should remember that rankings are just one piece of the puzzle. In addition to rankings, factors like team injuries, weather conditions and recent form should also be considered.

By utilizing rankings effectively, bettors can make more informed decisions, enhance their betting strategies and increase their chances of success in the dynamic world of college football betting. It is important to exercise responsible gambling practices and approach betting with a well-thought-out strategy to ensure an enjoyable and rewarding betting experience.

College Football Standings: Conclusion

In this guide, we have touched upon the essence of college football rankings, providing practical insights and actionable takeaways for fans, analysts and bettors alike. By embracing the significance of rankings, we gain a deeper appreciation for the passion and dedication that drives college football, making each game a captivating journey filled with triumphs, challenges and unforgettable moments on the gridiron.

As we eagerly await the next chapter in the ever-evolving college football landscape, let the rankings serve as a compass guiding us through the exciting twists and turns of one of America's most cherished and beloved sports.

FAQs – College Football Standings

Who is the #1 team in college football?

The number one team in college football as per the latest rankings is the Michigan Wolverines. They have an undefeated 13-0 record and are ranked #1 on the associated press top 25 list.

Who made the college football playoffs for 2024?

The teams that made the 2023-2024 College Football Playoffs are Michigan, Washington, Texas and Alabama.

How many teams will be in the college football playoffs?

Starting from 2024, the College Football Playoff will expand to include 12 teams instead of the current four teams. The last 4 team playoffs will be happening this year.

Who has the most NCAA football championships?

Alabama has the most NCAA football championships in the AP Top 25 era, holding 14 championships. In Division I FCS, Georgia Southern and North Dakota State are tied with six championships each, while Northwest Missouri State has six championships in Division II.

What are the Big 12 teams?

The teams in the Big 12 Conference are decided upon by the conference leadership, including the Commissioner. However, the Big 12 will expand to 16 teams starting in 2024, with new members joining in the summer of that year.