Tag

Group Of Five

All articles tagged with #group of five

sports25 days ago

Oregon Advances in CFP Despite Challenges and Calls for Improvement

James Madison, a Group of Five team, was heavily defeated by Oregon in the CFP first round, highlighting the gap between Power Five and Group of Five programs. Despite their efforts and some offensive success, the Dukes struggled against Oregon's strong run game and overall superior play, continuing the trend of Group of Five teams struggling in the CFP. The loss also underscores the ongoing debate about the inclusion of Group of Five teams in the playoff.

college-football1 month ago

Georgia Rises to No. 3 in Latest Top 25 Rankings

The college football Top 25 rankings saw significant movement with Georgia moving up to No. 3, Texas Tech reaching its highest ranking since 2008 at No. 5, and four Group of Five teams ranked in the top five. The rankings set the stage for key conference championship games, including Ohio State vs. Indiana and Georgia vs. Alabama, with notable shifts and matchups highlighting the final week before the postseason.

sports1 month ago

Georgia and Oregon climb in latest AP Top 25 rankings amid Texas program shakeup

Texas A&M dropped out of the top five in the AP college football poll after a loss, while Texas Tech achieved its highest ranking since 2008. The top teams remain Ohio State and Indiana, with key conference championship games set to shape the postseason. Several teams from Group of Five conferences are ranked, highlighting a competitive and dynamic college football landscape as the season concludes.

sports2 months ago

Texas Reenters Top 10 as ACC and Group of Five Teams Make Moves in AP Poll

Texas re-entered the top 10 of the AP Top 25 college football poll, highlighting a competitive season with increased representation from the ACC and Group of Five conferences. Ohio State remains No. 1, while key matchups and rankings continue to shape playoff implications, including notable shifts among teams like Memphis, James Madison, and South Florida.

college-football3 months ago

College Football September Surprises and Disappointments: Rankings and Grades

The article highlights the surprises and disappointments in college football after September, including coaching firings, unexpected team performances like Vanderbilt's 5-0 start, the underwhelming play of Arch Manning, and the rise of Group of Five teams like South Florida, with various teams exceeding or falling short of expectations as conference play begins.

sports1 year ago

Tom Herman Dismissed as FAU Head Coach After 2 Seasons

Florida Atlantic University (FAU) has fired head coach Tom Herman after a disappointing 2-8 season, bringing his overall record to 6-16 in less than two years. Associate head coach Chad Lunsford will serve as interim head coach. Herman's firing is part of a broader trend, with eight FBS head coaching changes occurring in the 2024 season, all within Group of Five programs. FAU will owe Herman a $4 million buyout. The Owls are now seeking their third head coach since 2020.

sports1 year ago

Oregon Tops CFP Rankings as Georgia Drops Out After Loss

The latest College Football Playoff Rankings have Oregon holding the top spot in the expanded 12-team field, with Ohio State, Texas, Penn State, and Indiana rounding out the top five. Oregon, at 10-0, is one of three undefeated Power Four teams, alongside BYU and Indiana. Boise State leads the Group of Five at No. 13, with the 12-team model granting automatic bids to the top five conference champions. The SEC has nine teams in the top 25, but only three would make the playoff if current leaders are deemed champions. Tulane and Army are new entries in the rankings, both undefeated in conference play.

sports2 years ago

Army Upsets Air Force to Shake Up Commander-in-Chief's Trophy Race

Army's shocking 23-3 victory over Air Force shakes up the race for the Commander-in-Chief's Trophy, ensuring that Army vs. Navy will at least share the trophy when they play on December 9. Army's dominant performance on the ground, led by quarterback Bryson Daily, secured the win and puts them in a position to win the trophy outright with a victory over Navy. The loss also has implications for Air Force's bid for a New Year's Six bowl game, opening the door for SMU or Liberty to contend for the top Group of Five spot.