College football rankings: Updated NCAA Top 25 polls after Alabama, Texas losses in Week 12

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College football delivered a seismic, dramatic, and unforgettable slate of games that shook up the playoff landscape.

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The action began with No. 3 Texas A&M pulling off the largest comeback in school history — rallying from a stunning 30-3 halftime deficit to beat South Carolina 31-30 and preserve their undefeated season — and continued well into the night with upsets and statement wins. Notre Dame made a strong showing with a 37-15 victory over Pittsburgh, and Georgia reminded Arch Manning and Texas whose turf they were on. But the headlining story belonged to Oklahoma, whose relentless defense forced three turnovers to secure a crucial 23-21 upset of Alabama in Tuscaloosa. 

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The most improbable outcome of the day came in College Station, where Texas A&M trailed South Carolina 30-3 at halftime. Quarterback Marcel Reed rebounded from a rough first half, orchestrating a historic 28-0 run over the final two quarters. He threw three second-half touchdowns alone, leading the Aggies to a program-record 27-point comeback that preserved their perfect season and playoff hopes. The dramatic victory was immediately followed by the announcement of a new six-year contract for head coach Mike Elko, cementing the program’s direction.

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Meanwhile, the SEC’s primetime matchup became a statement from the Bulldogs. No. 5 Georgia delivered a resounding 35-10 victory over No. 10 Texas in Athens. Quarterback Arch Manning struggled all night, throwing a critical interception and managing just one touchdown drive. A relentless Georgia defense, a dominant performance by Gunner Stockton, and perfectly executed decisions by Kirby Smart sealed the Longhorns’ fate, solidifying Georgia’s status as a championship contender and likely ending Texas’s College Football Playoff hopes.

Elsewhere, the day featured a mix of gritty wins and dominant performances that reshuffled the top 10. Oklahoma secured a vital victory that dramatically boosts its playoff positioning, edging No. 4 Alabama 23-21 thanks to an 87-yard pick-six by Eli Bowen and two fumble recoveries. In the ACC, both Virginia and Georgia Tech notched huge road wins to remain with just one co

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With all the action, there’s been some shake-ups in the polls. Here are the updated rankings after a wild Week 12.

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College football rankings for Week 12

Coaches Poll

Others receiving votes: Navy 56; SMU 42; Illinois 34; Washington 28; Iowa 24; Arizona 23; Louisville 21; San Diego State 19; Arizona State 16; Pittsburgh 13; Nebraska 12; East Carolina 3

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AP Top 25

Others receiving votes: 

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