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Missouri Makes Big Jump to No. 14 in AP Top 25 with Rout of Gators; Texas No. 1 for 4th Week in Row
Missouri climbed 11 spots after a 45-17 rout of Florida, while Pittsburgh entered the rankings after starting 5-0.
On Sunday, Missouri jumped to No. 14 in the Associated Press Top 25 following a 45-17 blowout victory over Florida, marking the Tigers' highest ranking since October 5, 2025.
Missouri's 11-spot promotion was the second-biggest jump this season, following Florida's 13-spot rise last week; the Tigers sent the Gators plummeting in the rankings.
Missouri shredded the Florida defense for 560 yards, with quarterback Austin Simmons throwing for 340 yards and two touchdowns while running back Jamal Roberts rushed for 211 yards and three scores.
Alabama's 56-23 victory over Mississippi State cost the Bulldogs one ranking spot, as quarterback Keelon Russell threw for 285 yards and three touchdowns for the Crimson Tide.
Ohio State wide receiver Jeremiah Smith caught 11 passes for 206 yards and two scores as the Buckeyes cruised past Iowa 31-14, maintaining their top-five position in the poll.