21. Illinois Fighting Illini (9-3) — Illinois reached 9 wins for the primary time in 17 years, capping off the common season with a 38-28 victory at Northwestern.
22. Colorado Buffaloes (9-3) — Colorado completely dominated with a 52-0 drumming of Oklahoma State as Heisman Trophy favourite Travis Hunter starred in his final recreation in Boulder. He had three landing receptions and an interception on protection.
23. Army Black Knights (10-1) — Army overcome a fourth-quarter deficit to beat UTSA 29-24 Saturday. Next up is the American Athletic Conference Championship towards Tulane.
24. Memphis Tigers (10-2) — Memphis shocked Tulane 34-24 within the common season finale, all however ending the College Football Playoff hopes for the Green Wave. Running again Mario Anderson Jr. rushed for 177 yards and a rating whereas Greg Desrosiers Jr. added three complete touchdowns.
25. Syracuse Orange (9-3) — Syracuse performed the position of spoiler with a 42-38 upset of Miami. Three touchdowns within the third quarter, together with a 56-yard scoop-and-score helped propel the Orange.
Receiving votes: Texas A&M 90; Duke 39; Tulane 37; Louisville 18; Kansas State 15; Louisiana 11; Michigan 2; Georgia Tech 2; Miami (OH) 1; Iowa 1
