The Oklahoma Sooners had a shot to extend their season as the BYU Cougars took Oklahoma State to the brink on Saturday. But as the football was ripped out of the BYU player’s hands, the Sooners’ hopes of reaching the Big 12 title game were ripped away as well.
At 10-2, the Sooners improved from their 6-7 season in 2022. However, the way they got to 10-2 feels a bit underwhelming. This was a team that had chances to beat Kansas and Oklahoma State. Those losses loom large, with Oklahoma narrowly missing the conference championship game.
Still, it was a season of progress, reflected in the reality that they even had a chance to play for a title after their 2022 season. As the regular season comes to a close, the Sooners finished No. 12 in the nation in the US LBM Coaches Poll.
The Sooners are the fourth-highest-rated two-loss team behind Missouri, Penn State, and Ole Miss.
At the top of the poll are the Georgia Bulldogs, who moved to 12-0 and extended their winning streak to 29 games. They’ll take on the Alabama Crimson Tide in the SEC title game.
Michigan moved back into the No. 2 spot after their win over Ohio State. Jim Harbaugh or not, the Wolverines have simply kept winning. Iowa poses a strong defensive challenge, but it looks like Michigan will get a spot in the playoff.
Washington’s last-second field goal secured their undefeated regular season. All that stands in the way of a trip to the playoff is their rematch with the Oregon Ducks.
Florida State remained undefeated despite the loss of Jordan Travis with a win over Florida. If they can beat Louisville in the ACC title game, the Seminoles should earn the No. 4 seed in the playoff.
Oregon, Ohio State, Texas, and Alabama take the 5-8 spots. Oregon, Texas, and Alabama have a shot to sneak into the playoff. For the Ducks and the Crimson Tide, the path is clear; win on championship weekend and you’re in. For Texas, they might need a bit more help.
Here is the full US LBM Coaches Poll following Week 13.
| Rank | Team | Record | Points | Change |
| 1 | Georgia | 12-0 | 1,571 (61) | – |
| 2 | Michigan | 12-0 | 1,460 (1) | +1 |
| 3 | Washington | 12-0 | 1417 | +2 |
| 4 | Florida State | 12-0 | 1403 | +1 |
| 5 | Oregon | 11-1 | 1278 | +1 |
| 6 | Ohio State | 10-1 | 1250 | -4 |
| 7 | Texas | 11-1 | 1226 | – |
| 8 | Alabama | 11-1 | 1182 | – |
| 9 | Missouri | 10-2 | 1034 | +1 |
| 10 | Penn State | 10-2 | 967 | +1 |
| 11 | Ole Miss | 10-2 | 937 | +1 |
| 12 | Oklahoma | 10-2 | 895 | +1 |
| 13 | LSU | 9-3 | 780 | +1 |
| 14 | Louisville | 10-2 | 716 | -5 |
| 15 | Arizona | 9-3 | 681 | +1 |
| 16 | Notre Dame | 9-3 | 602 | +1 |
| 17 | Iowa | 10-2 | 553 | +2 |
| 18 | Tulane | 11-1 | 549 | – |
| 19 | Oklahoma State | 9-3 | 253 | +2 |
| 20 | North Carolina State | 9-3 | 303 | +4 |
| 21 | Oregon State | 8-4 | 253 | -6 |
| 22 | Liberty | 12-0 | 236 | – |
| 23 | Tennessee | 8-4 | 209 | – |
| 24 | SMU | 10-2 | 135 | +1 |
| 25 | James Madison | 11-1 | 79 | +5 |
Schools Dropped Out
No. 20 Kansas State
Others Receiving Votes
Toledo 68; Clemson 64; Utah 54; Kansas State 54; Troy 25; Kansas 15; West Virginia 10; UNLV 4; San Jose State 1; New Mexico State 1;
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