Ohio State Remains Unanimous No. 1 in College Football Rankings

Ohio State University’s football team continues to dominate the polls, maintaining its unanimous No. 1 ranking in the College Football Playoff, AP Poll, and Coaches Poll as of today, November 12, 2025.

The Buckeyes boast a 9-0 record and lead the College Football Power Index with a rating of 27.6, indicating a 46.5% chance of winning out and a remarkable 99.4% probability of making the College Football Playoff. Indiana currently holds the No. 2 spot in the Power Index, followed by Oregon and Alabama. These rankings are crucial as they heavily influence the selection process for the postseason tournament.

Beyond the overall rankings, Ohio State also excels in key statistical categories, leading the nation in defensive stop rate at 82.4%, narrowly edged by Texas Tech at 82.8%. Analysts note that the team’s success is driven by a combination of strong offense and a particularly effective defense, as highlighted by SP+ ratings which place the Buckeyes at 30.5 overall, with a top-ranked defense. For more information on college football analytics, visit ESPN’s College Football Power Index.

Looking ahead, the team’s matchup predictor gives Ohio State a greater than 98% chance of winning against UCLA and Rutgers, but the November 29th game against Michigan in Ann Arbor is projected to be more competitive, with a 79.3% win probability. The outcome of this rivalry game could significantly impact the team’s playoff seeding and championship aspirations; you can find more details about the team’s schedule here.

Coaches emphasized the importance of continuing to focus on each game individually, with the ultimate goal of avenging past losses against Michigan and securing a spot in the national championship game.