Texas A&M maintained its standing in the top three after a comeback win over South Carolina, while Texas Tech moved up two spots to No. 6. Oklahoma is also in the top 10 after its upset of Alabama. Meanwhile, Texas fell to No. 17 after its stumble on the road at Georgia.

Week 12 brought a few shake-ups, a historic return, and a couple of statement wins across the country. Ohio State and Indiana continue to lead the way, Alabama took a rare slide, and North Texas made school history by breaking into the rankings for the first time since 1959.

Utah running back Wayshawn Parker (1) runs with the ball as Baylor linebacker Kyland Reed (45) tries to stop him during the second half of an NCAA college football game Saturday, Nov. 15, 2025, in Waco, Texas. Credit: AP/Julio Cortez

Arizona’s (7-3, 4-3 Big 12) defense set the tone with a tipped ball interception from cornerback Jay’Vion Cole that set up an early touchdown to put the Wildcat

The Dukes are 24th in the AP poll and 25th in the coaches’ poll, and they’re contending for a College Football Playoff berth. Also, Christopher Newport had quite a day, winning two

Associated Press poll leaders Ohio State, Indiana and Texas A&M are prohibitive favorites in their games Saturday and No. 10 Texas’ game at No. 5 Georgia will be in the spotlight.

No. 6 Texas Tech (9-1) looks to avoid a letdown Saturday as the Red Raiders host UCF (4-5) after seizing control of the Big 12 race.