It is now officially a wrap on the exhilarating and unforgettable 2025 college football season. On Monday evening, under the bright lights in Miami, Coach Curt Cignetti and the Indiana Hoosiers etched their names into the annals of sports history by capturing a national championship title with a thrilling victory of 27-21 over the Miami Hurricanes. This monumental win not only secured their perfect season run but also marked a significant milestone, as it represents the first national title ever brought to Bloomington.
With the final curtain call having fallen on this remarkable college football season, Tuesday brought about the eagerly anticipated release of the last AP College Football poll for the year. As was widely expected and celebrated by fans, the Indiana Hoosiers finished at the top of this prestigious ranking, clinching the No. 1 spot with an impeccable record of 16-0. Meanwhile, Miami concluded their campaign in second place, finishing as No. 2 in this final AP Poll.
In contrast to Indiana’s triumphant journey, the Ole Miss Rebels had aspirations that extended beyond merely reaching the semifinals; they aimed to write their own legendary narrative this season. Despite falling short of those dreams, it was still a remarkable journey for Ole Miss, one that will forever be remembered as a pivotal chapter in their program’s storied history. The Rebels ultimately closed out their season with an impressive No. 3 ranking—an achievement that marks their highest finish in the AP Poll in an astounding 64 years.
The Oregon Ducks finished the season ranked No. 4 after experiencing a tough loss to Indiana in the College Football Playoff semifinal round during the Peach Bowl.
The Rebels celebrated what can only be described as a historic achievement for their program, without a doubt marking it as their best season ever. They not only reached their first-ever 11-win regular season but also concluded the year with an impressive total of 13 overall victories. This included a remarkable seventh Sugar Bowl win and their inaugural appearance in the Fiesta Bowl, both milestones that showcase the growth and success of the program.
As we look at this promising beginning to the Golding Era of football in Oxford, it’s clear that there is much to be excited about for fans and players alike. The Rebels are now poised to continue building on this momentum during the offseason through strategic recruiting efforts aimed at enhancing their roster.
While this season may not have culminated in securing a national title just yet, it is evident that Ole Miss has firmly established itself as a competitive force in college football, showing resilience and determination throughout their journey. They faced challenges head-on and fought valiantly in every contest they participated in during this campaign.
Here is a complete, and final, Associated Press Top 25 Poll for the 2025 season.
ASSOCIATED PRESS POLL
- Indiana (16-0)
- Miami (13-3)
- Ole Miss (13-2)
- Oregon (13-2)
- Ohio State (12-2)
- Georgia (12-2)
- Texas Tech (12-2)
- Texas A&M (11-2)
- Alabama (11-4)
- Notre Dame (10-2)
- BYU (12-2)
- Texas (10-3)
- Oklahoma (10-3)
- Utah (11-2)
- Vanderbilt (10-3)
- Virginia (11-3)
- Iowa (9-4)
- Tulane (11-3)
- James Madison (12-2)
- Southern California (9-4)
- Michigan (9-4)
- Houston (10-3)
- Navy (11-2)
- North Texas (12-2)
- TCU (9-4)