Ohio State, Oregon Claim Top Two Spots in AP Preseason Football Poll, Marking Conference Milestone
The Associated Press preseason Top 25 college football poll has ranked Ohio State at No. 1 and Oregon at No. 2. This marks the first time since 1987 that the top two spots are held by teams from the same…
Portland, OR, August 17, 2026 —
The Associated Press preseason college football poll has placed Ohio State at the No. 1 ranking and Oregon at No. 2, a significant development that highlights a historical alignment within the Big Ten conference.
This marks the first occurrence since 1987 that the top two positions in the AP’s preseason rankings are occupied by teams belonging to the same conference. Furthermore, it is the first time since 1961 that the Big Ten conference has secured the top two spots.
Oregon’s No. 2 ranking represents the highest preseason position in the program’s history, signaling a notable achievement for the Ducks.
In terms of conference representation, the Southeastern Conference (SEC) leads the nation with nine teams appearing in the preseason Top 25 poll.
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