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Buckeyes' Back on the Top of the Only Unbiased Rankings in College Football

Ohio State has reclaimed the top spot in ESPN’s Football Power Index (FPI) following a dominant 84% College Football Playoff projection win over Iowa. The Buckeyes, now ranked first with an FPI score of 28.8, are positioned as 31.3-point favorites over Maryland (FPI: -2.5) in their next matchup.

The FPI ranking, which evaluates teams based on performance against competition rather than subjective bias, places Ohio State ahead of Georgia (28.2), Notre Dame (27.8), and Texas (27.5). The metric projects the Buckeyes to outscore an average opponent by nearly 29 points, underscoring their current form and consistency.

While no ranking system is flawless, the FPI’s data-driven approach offers a clearer picture of team strength compared to polls vulnerable to bias or oversight. Jeremiah Smith’s standout performance against Iowa further solidified Ohio State’s dominance, as the Buckeyes continue to play disciplined, high-level football.

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