Associated Press Top 25 poll voters hit a new, ridiculous low with this week's results

The Associated Press Top 25 poll is criticized for showing a recurring problem with voters exhibiting pro-conference or pro-team biases, particularly giving the SEC preferential treatment. Teams like Florida and South Carolina are ranked despite multiple losses, while others with better records are overlooked. This preferential treatment, especially for the SEC, is seen as undeserved and could influence the crucial College Football Playoff rankings.

• Associated Press Top 25 poll voters are accused of not paying attention or having pro-conference/team biases.
• The SEC is receiving preferential treatment, with teams like Florida and South Carolina ranked despite having three losses.
• Texas is ranked No. 10 with two poor losses, while Texas Tech with one loss and two ranked wins is No. 13.
• Missouri is ranked No. 19 with an unimpressive resume.
• Florida’s three blowout losses are overlooked, leading to its ranking.
• South Carolina is ranked No. 23 with three losses, despite weaker wins.
• Notre Dame’s No. 4 ranking is questioned given its easy schedule compared to undefeated UCLA and one-loss Indiana.
• Poll voters are criticized for being committed to brand names over actual performance.
• The article suggests that NIL and the transfer portal have flattened college football, making brand names less relevant.
• The AP Poll’s influence on the College Football Playoff selection committee rankings is a significant concern.