9. Ole Miss Rebels

Previous Ranking: 12

2024 Record: 5-1

Week 6 Result: Defeated South Carolina 27-3

Stat to Know: Defensive lineman JJ Pegues delivered an impressive performance with two rushing touchdowns, a feat unmatched for an SEC defensive lineman in two decades.

What's Next: Ole Miss faces an intense matchup against LSU on Saturday at 7:30 p.m., available on ABC/ESPN+.

10. Clemson Tigers

Previous Ranking: 15

2024 Record: 4-1

Week 6 Result: Defeated Florida State 29-13

Stat to Know: Head Coach Dabo Swinney surpassed Bobby Bowden with 174 career ACC victories, marking his place in league history.

What's Next: Clemson travels to Wake Forest on Saturday for a noon kickoff on ESPN.

T-11. Iowa State Cyclones

Previous Ranking: 16

2024 Record: 5-0

Week 6 Result: Defeated Baylor 43-21

Stat to Know: The Cyclones are enjoying their best start since 1980, conceding only 50 points this season.

What's Next: Iowa State heads to West Virginia on Saturday at 8 p.m., live on Fox.

T-11. Notre Dame Fighting Irish

Previous Ranking: 14

2024 Record: 4-1

Week 6 Result: Idle

What's Next: A home showdown against Stanford awaits on Saturday at 3:30 p.m. on NBC.

13. LSU Tigers

Previous Ranking: 13

2024 Record: 4-1

Week 6 Result: Idle

What's Next: LSU looks to rebound against Ole Miss on Saturday at 7:30 p.m., a clash featured on ABC/ESPN+.

14. BYU Cougars

Previous Ranking: 17

2024 Record: 5-0

Week 6 Result: Idle

What's Next: BYU hosts Arizona on Saturday at 4 p.m. on Fox.

15. Texas A&M Aggies

Previous Ranking: 25

2024 Record: 5-1

Week 6 Result: Dominated Missouri 41-10

Stat to Know: This 31-point victory stands as the Aggies' largest triumph over a top-10 ranked team in school history.

What's Next: Texas A&M's next challenge is on Oct. 19 at Mississippi State.

16. Utah Utes

Previous Ranking: 18

2024 Record: 4-1

Week 6 Result: Idle

What's Next: A late-night faceoff at Arizona State is scheduled for Friday at 10:30 p.m. on ESPN.

17. Boise State Broncos

Previous Ranking: 21

2024 Record: 4-1

Week 6 Result: Thrilled fans with a 62-30 win over Utah State

Stat to Know: Running back Ashton Jeanty joins an elite group of FBS players to exceed 1,000 rushing yards and 15 touchdowns within the first five games.

What's Next: Boise State travels to Hawaii for a Saturday matchup at 11 p.m. on CBSSN.

T-18. Kansas State Wildcats

Previous Ranking: 20

2024 Record: 4-1

Week 6 Result: Idle

What's Next: Kansas State travels to Colorado on Saturday at 10:15 p.m. on ESPN.

T-18. Indiana Hoosiers

Previous Ranking: 23

2024 Record: 6-0

Week 6 Result: Overpowered Northwestern 41-24

Stat to Know: The Hoosiers have achieved a 6-0 record for just the second time in their history, reaching this milestone with consistent scoring.

What's Next: Indiana prepares to host Nebraska on Oct. 19.

T-18. Oklahoma Sooners

Previous Ranking: 19

2024 Record: 4-1

Week 6 Result: Idle

What's Next: A highly-anticipated rivalry clash against Texas in Dallas is on the horizon, scheduled for Saturday at 3:30 p.m. on ABC.

21. Missouri Tigers

Previous Ranking: 9

2024 Record: 4-1

Week 6 Result: Suffered a heavy 41-10 defeat to Texas A&M

Stat to Know: Despite a strong start to the season, the Tigers' once-promising run defense fell to shreds against the Aggies.

What's Next: Missouri will look to regroup at UMass on Saturday at noon on ESPN2.

22. Pittsburgh Panthers

Previous Ranking: NR

2024 Record: 5-0

Week 6 Result: Seized a 34-24 victory over North Carolina

Stat to Know: Quarterback Eli Holstein's performance marks the fifth consecutive game with three touchdown passes, tying a 20-year-old record at Pitt.

What's Next: Pittsburgh gets ready to face Cal on Saturday at 3:30 p.m.

23. Illinois Fighting Illini

Previous Ranking: 24

2024 Record: 4-1

Week 6 Result: Idle

What's Next: Illinois will take on Purdue on Saturday at 3:30 p.m. on FS1.

24. Michigan Wolverines

Previous Ranking: 10

2024 Record: 4-2

Week 6 Result: Lost to Washington 27-17

Stat to Know: The Wolverines are struggling, with just 690 passing yards this season — the lowest for any Big Ten team in the opening six games over the last two decades.

What's Next: A crucial matchup at Illinois is set for Oct. 19.

25. SMU Mustangs

Previous Ranking: NR

2024 Record: 5-1

Week 6 Result: Secured a hard-fought 34-27 win against Louisville

Stat to Know: The Mustangs are riding high, boasting seven straight road victories, a testament to their resilience and fighting spirit.

What's Next: SMU's next challenge lies ahead as they aim to keep their momentum going.

With each passing week, the competition heats up and playoff dreams are dashed or kept alive. Fans are eagerly anticipating the turning points in the schedule, leading toward the postseason. Stay tuned as we follow the ups and downs of this thrilling season!