Penix, Huskies outlast Oregon to make big move in Top 25

Amidst the October chaos, the realm of college football leaves us with more questions than answers. However, we persist in unraveling the mystery of the highest-ranked teams.

For now, Michigan maintains the top spot on my Associated Press Top 25 ballot, despite the lack of worthy opponents on their schedule thus far.

Last Saturday, we witnessed Washington win a game they perhaps shouldn’t have. Nevertheless, maybe they deserved it after all. Their quarterback, Michael Penix Jr., might just be the frontrunner for the Heisman Trophy.

Oregon is on par with Washington in terms of talent. However, Ducks’ head coach Dan Lanning seems to have abandoned the fundamentals of Coaching 101. He despises field goals and makes ill-advised gambles, reminiscent of Brandon Staley. If Penix isn’t the leading Heisman contender, then Bo Nix from Oregon could be.

Ohio State continues to dominate with their revamped offense, but their true test is yet to come. Notre Dame, despite their two losses, and Maryland for a brief period, were the only opponents to challenge the Buckeyes.

Georgia tantalizes us by playing down to the level of Vanderbilt and up to their usual standards when faced with a challenge from Kentucky. Unfortunately, their star tight end, Brock Bowers, is nursing a mysterious ankle injury.

Florida State boasts an exceptional roster and may very well be the cream of the ACC crop. However, North Carolina seems to be improving with every passing hour.

Oklahoma possesses a balanced team with a high-powered passing offense and a stingy defense, but they face some significant tests in the near future.

Penn State could be on par with both Michigan and Ohio State in the Big Ten. Soon enough, we’ll ascertain the accuracy of this notion.

Texas, without a doubt, is a formidable team that still laments their failure to score from the 1-yard line.

Despite not being at their best, Alabama manages to stay afloat.

So here’s my top 10 plus 1. For those seeking perfect clarity, November might hold the answers you crave.

Bohls’ Top 25 ballot

1. Michigan

2. Washington

3. Ohio State

4. Georgia

5. Florida State

6. Oklahoma

7. Penn State

8. Texas

9. Oregon

10. Alabama

11. North Carolina

12. Ole Miss

13. Notre Dame

14. LSU

15. Duke

16. Oregon State

17. Missouri

18. USC

19. Louisville

20. Utah

21. Tennessee

22. UCLA

23. Iowa

24. Air Force

25. Tulane

This article originally appeared on Austin American-Statesman: Penix, Huskies make big move on Top 25 ballot with win over Ducks