College Football: Week 4 Top 25 Power Rankings (VIDEO)

A wild week in College Football makes for plenty of changes in the power rankings. Al Dannity breaks down the movers and shakers

1. LSU (4-0, 1-0 SEC, 3-1 ATS)
Three wins outside of Baton Rouge against ranked opponents removes all doubt. Right now the Tigers are the best team in the nation.
Last week: W 47-21 at West Virginia.
Next game: Saturday vs. Kentucky.

2. Oklahoma (3-0, 1-0 Big 12, 2-1 ATS)
After an early scare, the Sooners took care of business against Missouri. Bigger tests lie ahead but not this weekend.
Last week: W 38-28 vs. Missouri.
Next game: Saturday vs. Ball State.

3. Alabama (3-0, 1-0 SEC, 3-1 ATS)
I said Alabama would jump Boise State with a big win over Arkansas. The Tide delivered and I am a man of my word.
Last week: W 38-14 vs Arkansas.
Next game: Saturday at Florida.

4. Oklahoma State (4-0, 1-0 Big 12, 3-1 ATS)
The Cowboys showed tremendous character coming back on the road in College Station. They will have to show more of the same to remain this high in weeks to come.
Last week: W 30-29 at Texas A&M.
Next game: October 8 vs Kansas.

5. Boise State (3-0, 2-1 ATS)
The Broncos have revenge in mind this weekend as they welcome Nevada to the Smurf Turf.
Last week: W 41-21 vs. Tulsa.
Next game: Saturday vs. Nevada.

6. Stanford (3-0, 1-0 Pac-12, 3-0 ATS)
The Cardinal play their first game without Shayne Skov this weekend. College Football betting fans should pay close attention to the performance of Stanford’s defense.
Last week: Idle.
Next game: Saturday vs. UCLA.

7. Wisconsin (4-0, 3-1 ATS)
The last of the cupcakes was disposed with in typical style, take a look at the ease with which Wisconsin beat South Dakota. It could be a sign of things to come for Nebraska.
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Last week: W 59-10 vs. South Dakota.
Next game: Saturday vs. Nebraska.

8. South Carolina (4-0, 2-0 SEC, 2-2)
If it’s possible for a clash with the defending SEC and BCS champions to be a trap game, then believe me the Gamecocks are looking at a trap game this Saturday.
Last week: W 21-3 vs. Vanderbilt.
Next game: Saturday vs. Auburn.

9. Clemson (4-0, 1-0 ACC, 3-1 ATS)
Boom! The Tigers can’t be ignored, gaining a massive bump as a result of two big wins. A win on the road at Virginia Tech would cause another notable bump.
Last week: W 35-30 vs. Florida State.
Next game: Saturday at Virginia Tech.

10. Florida (4-0, 2-0 SEC, 3-0-1 ATS)
The Gators rise after an impressive showing against the Wildcats. Saturday’s test could be a rude awakening for Jeff Demps and Chris Rainey.
Last week: W 48-10 at Kentucky.
Next game: Saturday vs. Alabama.

11. Georgia Tech (4-0, 1-0 ACC, 4-0 ATS)
The Yellow Jackets got the job done against a conference foe and showed their passing game could be a big weapon this season.
Last week: W 35-28 vs. North Carolina.
Next game: Saturday at NC State.

12. Nebraska (4-0, 1-3 ATS)
Impressed at Wyoming, now it’s time to see how the Huskers fare in their Big Ten debut.
Last week: W 38-14 at Wyoming.
Next game: Saturday at Wisconsin.

13. Virginia Tech (4-0, 1-3 ATS)
The Hokies finally get a chance to make a statement when they take on Clemson at home this weekend.
Last week: W 30-10 at Marshall.
Next game: Saturday vs. Clemson.

14. Baylor (3-0, 3-0 ATS)
Robert Griffin III has more touchdowns than incompletions this season, 13-12. He threw touchdown passes to five different receivers last Saturday. You better believe the Heisman hype machine is kicking in. Notably, the Bears have covered in every game to date.
Last week: W 51-36 vs. Rice.
Next game: Saturday at Kansas State.

15. Oregon (3-1, 1-0 Pac-12, 2-2 ATS)
That was quite the outing for LaMichael James. The Ducks can keep inching their way forward in the coming weeks.
Last week: W 56-31 at Arizona.
Next game: October 6 vs. California.

16. Texas A&M (2-1, 0-1 Big 12, 2-1 ATS)
I wasn’t sure quite how far to bump the Aggies down. Giving up a 17 point lead at home is inexcusable, against a ranked opponent or not. A loss against Arkansas Saturday would guarantee an extended exit from these rankings.
Last week: L 30-29 vs. Oklahoma State.
Next game: Saturday vs. Arkansas at Cowboys Stadium.

17. South Florida (4-0, 3-1 ATS)
Somebody call Skip Holtz, he needs to be on full Admiral Ackbar alert. This Thursday’s trip to Pitt is a trap!
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The Panthers are bad but they aren’t as bad as they looked against Notre Dame.
Last week: W 52-24 vs. UTEP.
Next game: Thursday at Pitt.

18. Illinois (4-0, 2-2 ATS)
It was hard work for a while but the Illini finally secured their first 4-0 start in over 50 years.
Last week: W 23-20 vs. Western Illinois.
Next game: Saturday vs. Northwestern.

19. Michigan (4-0, 3-1 ATS)
The Wolverines got it done on defense against San Diego State. They should have little difficulty moving to 5-0 this weekend.
Last week: W 28-7 vs. San Diego State.
Next game: Saturday vs. Minnesota.

20. Iowa State (3-0, 2-1 ATS)
Inactivity never aided a team quite so much. They face Texas at the weekend, the loser leaves these rankings.
Last week: Idle.
Next game: Saturday vs. Texas.

21. TCU (3-1, 1-0 MWC, 1-3 ATS)
The Horned Frogs have two interesting but winnable tests coming up. We’ll know more about them in a few weeks time.
Last week: W 55-13 vs. Portland State.
Next game: Friday vs. SMU.

22. Texas (3-0, 2-1 ATS)
That win in the Rose Bowl looks a lot better following UCLA’s win in Corvallis last week. Bigger than you think road test this weekend.
Last week: Idle.
Next game: Saturday at Iowa State.

23. Arizona State (3-1, 1-0 Pac-12, 1-3 ATS)
After a huge home win at the weekend, the Sun Devils can cement their place in these rankings by taking care of the Beavers this Saturday.
Last week: W 43-22 vs. USC.
Next game: Saturday vs. Oregon State.

24. Kansas State (3-0, 2-1 ATS)
The Wildcats recorded their biggest road win in years at Miami. Now they welcome the ultra-efficient Bears to open Big 12 play.
Last week: W 28-24 at Miami.
Next game: Saturday vs. Baylor.

25. Houston (4-0, 3-1 ATS)
The Cougars won’t face a good defense until Week 6 when they welcome the Pirates of East Carolina.
Last week: W 56-0 vs. Georgia State.
Next game: Thursday at UTEP.

Last five out: Arkansas, Auburn, Penn State, Washington, West Virginia.