College Football: Week 7 Top 25 Power Rankings (VIDEO)

The first set of BCS rankings came out at the weekend but the only poll that matters around here doesn’t need any fancy algorithms. Al Dannity brings you his latest batch of Power Rankings.

1. LSU (7-0, 4-0 SEC, 5-2 ATS)
The top of these rankings doesn’t have much change so it’s no surprise to see the Tigers still out in front. Can November 5 just get here already please?
Last week: W 38-7 at Tennessee.
Next game: Saturday vs. Auburn.

2. Alabama (7-0, 4-0 SEC, 6-1 ATS)
See above; nothing of note should happen until the Tide play LSU in Tuscaloosa.
Last week: W 52-7 at Mississippi.
Next game: Saturday vs. Tennessee.

3. Oklahoma (6-0, 3-0 Big 12, 4-2 ATS)
The Sooners continue their roll through the Big 12 with a home game against the Red Raiders. If, as expected, Oklahoma wins then Tommy Tuberville could face a lot of heat from Tech fans for losing three games in a row.
Last week: W 47-17 at Kansas.
Next game: Saturday vs. Texas Tech.

4. Wisconsin (6-0, 2-0 Big Ten, 5-1 ATS)
We saw Andrew Luck do it already for Stanford, then last Saturday came Russell Wilson’s mandatory reception by a quarterback in the Heisman race. He was aided, as you will see, by there being no Hoosiers within a mile of him when he made the catch.
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Last week: W 59-7 vs. Indiana.
Next game: Saturday at Michigan State.

5. Oklahoma State (6-0, 3-0 Big 12, 5-1 ATS)
The Cowboys steamrolled through the Longhorns on Saturday. Now they face a big test at Missouri. Covering against the Tigers is no easy feat, Oklahoma State will deserve some credit if they do so this weekend.
Last week: W 38-26 at Texas.
Next game: Saturday at Missouri.

6. Clemson (7-0, 4-0 ACC, 6-1 ATS)
The ACC front-runners were the only team in the top eight of these rankings forced to fight for their win last Saturday. They got the job done but drop one place because of the Cowboys’ impressive display in Austin.
Last week: W 36-14 vs. Boston College.
Next game: Saturday at Maryland.

7. Boise State (6-0, 1-0 MWC, 4-2 ATS)
In the last two weeks, on the road, the Broncos have outscored their opponents 120-20. Good luck to Air Force on Saturday.
Last week: W 63-13 at Colorado State.
Next game: Saturday vs. Air Force.

8. Stanford (6-0, 4-0 Pac-12, 6-0 ATS)
The Cardinal just keep on covering. They face a sizeable enough task this weekend against the Huskies but I like Stanford to keep on winning.
Last week: W 44-14 at Washington State.
Next game: Saturday vs Washington.

9. Oregon (5-1, 3-0 Pac-12, 3-3 ATS)
The Ducks continue their steady climb up the rankings, now sitting neatly behind their Pac-12 North rivals.
Last week: W 41-27 vs. Arizona State.
Next game: Saturday at Colorado.

10. Kansas State (6-0, 3-0 Big 12, 5-1 ATS)
The Wildcats aren’t getting enough respect. They are unbeaten and a tough match-up for anybody in the Big 12.
Last week: W 41-34 at Texas Tech.
Next game: Saturday at Kansas.

11. Arkansas (5-1, 1-1 SEC, 4-2 ATS)
The Hogs return from a week off by taking on an ailing Ole Miss on the road.
Last week: Idle.
Next game: Saturday at Mississippi.

12. Michigan State (5-1, 2-0 Big Ten, 4-2 ATS)
The Spartans made a big jump in the rankings with that win over Michigan. Now they face a massive game at home against Wisconsin.
Last week: W 28-14 vs. Michigan.
Next game: Saturday vs. Wisconsin.

13. South Carolina (6-1, 4-1 SEC, 3-4 ATS)
The win on Saturday has temporarily vaulted the Gamecocks up the rankings. They are on borrowed time however now that Marcus Lattimore is done for the season.
Last week: W 14-12 at Mississippi State.
Next game: October 29 at Tennessee.

14. Houston (6-0, 2-0 Conf. USA, 4-2 ATS)
No team gained more by taking a week off than the Cougars.
Last week: Idle.
Next game: Saturday vs. Marshall.

15. Penn State (6-1, 3-0 Big Ten, 1-6 ATS)
No team fails to cover with quite the rotten stench of the Nittany Lions. They do however continue to rack up the wins.
Last week: W 23-18 vs. Purdue.
Next game: Saturday at Northwestern.

16. West Virginia (5-1, 1-0 Big East, 3-3 ATS)
Friday night road games in the Big East are not usually kind on favorites. The Mountaineers have been warned.
Last week: Idle.
Next game: Friday at Syracuse.

17. Nebraska (5-1, 1-1 Big Ten, 1-5 ATS)
One of several idle teams to benefit from defeats to three unbeatens this week. The Huskers won’t prove much against an awful Minnesota team on Saturday.
Last week: Idle.
Next game: Saturday at Minnesota.

18. Virginia Tech (6-1, 2-1 ACC, 2-5 ATS)
That was a really important win for the Hokies against Wake Forest, one that puts them back in contention in the ACC.
Last week: W 38-17 at Wake Forest.
Next game: Saturday vs. Boston College.

19. Washington (5-1, 3-0 Pac-12, 5-1 ATS)
After an easy win over Colorado, the Huskies now face a daunting trip to take on the Cardinal.
Last week: W 52-24 vs. Colorado.
Next game: Saturday at Stanford.

20. Michigan (6-1, 2-1 Big Ten, 5-2 ATS)
The way in which Michigan State shut down Denard Robinson will be a big concern to Michigan fans.
Last week: L 28-14 at Michigan State.
Next game: October 29 vs. Purdue.

21. Georgia Tech (6-1, 3-1, 4-2-1 ATS)
The Yellow Jackets still control their own destiny in the ACC but last Saturday was the end of their outside shot at the BCS title.
Last week: L 24-21 at Virginia.
Next game: Saturday at Miami.

22. Notre Dame (4-2, 3-3 ATS)
The Fighting Irish make their first appearance in the rankings this season but they may not be around long if the Trojans triumph in South Bend.
Last week: Idle.
Next game: Saturday vs. USC.

23. USC (5-1, 3-1 Pac-12, 3-3 ATS)
That was a big win against Cal last Thursday. Their primetime showdown with the Irish is a lot bigger.
Last week: W 30-9 at California.
Next game: Saturday at Notre Dame.

24. Rutgers (5-1, 2-0 Big East, 5-1 ATS)
The Scarlet Knights keep doing enough to win. A win on Friday would put them in serious contention for the Big East title.
Last week: W 24-20 at Navy.
Next game: Friday at Louisville.

25. Illinois (6-1, 2-1 Big Ten, 3-4 ATS)
The Illini stayed unbeaten for longer than most anticipated but that was still an ugly loss to the Buckeyes.
Last week: L 17-7 vs. Ohio State.
Next game: Saturday at Purdue.

Last five out: Cincinnati, Georgia, Louisiana-Lafayette, SMU, Texas A&M.

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