ESPN 2023 College Football Power Rankings after Week 6 - ESPN
While Oklahoma's thrilling victory over Texas in the Red River Rivalry captured the nation's attention, Georgia, Michigan, Florida State and Ohio State were reminding the college football world they're still here.
All won in reasonably easy fashion — Ohio State struggled early — to secure their spots in our power rankings. While Texas' loss dropped the Longhorns from last week's No. 3 spot, it's Notre Dame that took a big tumble with the loss to unbeaten Louisville.
Next week should see another shakeup when the high-powered offenses of Oregon and Washington collide in a huge Pac-12 matchup in Seattle (3:30 p.m. ET, ABC).
Here's how the Power Rankings play out after Week 6 results:
So maybe the Bulldogs are going to be just fine. Say what you want about Kentucky, but beating the undefeated Wildcats 51-13 felt like a statement for Georgia. On offense, Carson Beck tied a career high with three touchdown passes… in the first half. And All-American tight end Brock Bowers eclipsed the 100-yard receiving mark for a third consecutive game. Meanwhile, the defense flexed its muscles by taking running back Ray Davis, who rushed for 280 yards his last time out against Florida, and held him in check to the tune of 59 yards and no touchdowns rushing. — Alex Scarborough
Up next: at Vanderbilt (noon ET)
The Wolverines' offense continued its string of strong games in a big 52-10 win over Minnesota. The Wolverines have scored 30 or more points in nine straight games going back to last season, which is the longest streak in program history. Quarterback J.J. McCarthy threw for over 200 yards with a touchdown through the air and added two rushing touchdowns. The Wolverines' defense contributed to the scoring as well, with two interceptions