Colorado Enters AP Poll at No. 22, Georgia Remains No. 1

Deion Sanders' first season with Colorado was expected to be a rebuilding effort with few anticipated wins.

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Surprisingly, Colorado is now ranked No. 22 in the AP Top 25 poll after defeating TCU 45-42.

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Quarterback Shedeur Sanders (Deion's son) and versatile player Travis Hunter gained recognition for their outstanding performances.

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Both players were previously at Jackson State under Deion Sanders before joining the Colorado team.

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Colorado only retained 10 scholarship players from last season's 1-11 campaign.

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Their victory over TCU has already improved upon last season's total wins, setting a positive tone for the season.

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Colorado faces Nebraska next, hoping to build on their early success.

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In the AP Top 25, Georgia maintains the No. 1 ranking with 58 first-place votes, while Michigan is second with two first-place votes.

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Alabama went up to No. 3, as well as Florida State climbed up 4 places to No. 4 after a persuading sway LSU.

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The Seminoles received three first-place votes, while LSU dropped nine spots to No. 14 following their loss.

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