Unveiling Shocking Week 7 AP Top 25 Predictions That Could Upset the Entire Season!

Week 7 is shaping up to be one heck of a spectacle, packed with some of college football’s most electrifying matchups. The iconic Red River Rivalry between Texas and Oklahoma steals the spotlight once again, but with a twist — the preseason No. 1 isn’t the one sitting pretty in the rankings this time around. Beyond Dallas, the gridiron battleground stretches across the Big 12, SEC, and Big Ten, delivering a jam-packed schedule that has fans and pundits alike on the edge of their seats. The season’s narrative is thickening, intensity ramping up, and every game brings us closer to who will emerge as true contenders. Let’s dive into the full slate of AP Top 25 predictions for Week 7 — buckle up, it’s going to be a wild ride.LEARN MORE

Texas Longhorns fans cheer prior to a game against the Oklahoma Sooners at Cotton Bowl Stadium on October 12, 2024 in Dallas, Texas.

The annual Red River Rivalry battle between Texas and Oklahoma is one of the highlight games in Week 7. And one team is ranked — and it’s not the one that was No. 1 in the preseason. Outside of Dallas, Texas, the schedule is stacked with great Big 12, SEC and Big Ten contests. The season gets deeper and the stakes get steeper.

Here are the predictions for the full AP Top 25 slate in Week 7.

Florida State Seminoles tight end Randy Pittman Jr. (13) leaps in the air to catch a pass. The Miami Hurricanes defeated the Florida State Seminoles 22-28 at Doak Campbell Stadium on Saturday, Oct. 4, 2025.

The Panthers are fresh from a victory over BC. However, they also have lost to West Virginia and Louisville already. The West Virginia defeat does not speak well of Pitt. Yes, Florida State has lost two straight but Virginia and Miami are better teams than those Pitt fell to this season. Prediction: Florida State 27, Pitt 20

No. 24 South Florida at North Texas

North Texas Mean Green quarterback Drew Mestemaker throws a pass against Army.

This is a great matchup. South Florida comes in with one loss and North Texas is undefeated. Do not be surprised if the Mean Green upend the Bulls. They are quietly a strong team. Prediction: North Texas 33, South Florida 26

23. Memphis (Bye)

Memphis Tigers quarterback Brendon Lewis throws the ball against the Tulsa Golden Hurricane.

Colorado Buffaloes head coach Deion Sanders on the sidelines.

The Cyclones will rebound from the loss at Cincinnati with a big effort against a Colorado team that is winless in Big 12 play and 2-4 overall. Prediction: Iowa State 28, Colorado 16

TEMPE, ARIZONA - SEPTEMBER 26: Place kicker Jesus Gomez #35 of the Arizona State Sun Devils (R) celebrates his go ahead field goal with offensive lineman Kyle Scott #77 (C) and defensive lineman Blazen Lono-Wong #97 during the second half at Mountain America Stadium.

Utah got its act back together after the thumping by Texas Tech. The Sun Devils, led by Sam Leavitt at QB, are fortunate to be 4-1 with their last two conference wins coming each by a field goal. The magic runs out. Prediction: Utah 26, Arizona State 17

No. 20 Vanderbilt (Bye)

Vanderbilt quarterback Diego Pavia throws.

No. 19 Virginia (Bye)

Oct 4, 2025; Louisville, Kentucky, USA; Virginia Cavaliers running back J'Mari Taylor (3) celebrates a touchdown with offensive lineman Noah Josey (77) during the overtime against the Louisville Cardinals at L&N Federal Credit Union Stadium.

No. 18 BYU at Arizona

Brigham Young Cougars mascot Cosmos the Cougar at Mountain America Stadium.

BYU comes in undefeated but the competition has been far from stiff. The same could be said about Arizona, which was walloped by Iowa State when it faced a rugged opponent. Time to separate the pretender from the contender in the Big 12. Prediction: Arizona 23, BYU 21

NC State at No. 16 Notre Dame

Notre Dame Fighting Irish head coach Marcus Freeman sings the Alma Mater.

The Fighting Irish wobble through another weak link in the ACC. Being an independent has its advantages when you get to play ACC teams that usually won’t rough you up. That said, Notre Dame has to win and win impressively thanks to its opening two losses. Prediction: Notre Dame 38, NC State 13

No. 15 Michigan at USC

Michigan Wolverines wide receiver Steve Breaston against the Southern California Trojans in the Rose Bowl.

Teams that used to vie in the Rose Bowl game now play a Big Ten contest at the LA Coliseum. Sigh. Prediction: Michigan 23, USC 21

Virginia Tech at No. 13 Georgia Tech

Sep 27, 2025; Winston-Salem, North Carolina, USA; Georgia Tech Yellow Jackets quarterback Haynes King (10) throws a pass during the fourth quarter against the Wake Forest Demon Deacons at Allegacy Federal Credit Union Stadium.

The Yellow Jackets catch a Virginia Tech team that is in disarray in 2025. The coach is already gone and hopes for success are, too. Prediction: Georgia Tech 33, Virginia Tech 10

Arkansas at No. 12 Tennessee

Then-Arkansas Razorbacks offensive coordinator Bobby Petrino prior to the game against the Arkansas State Red Wolves at War Memorial Stadium.

The Razorbacks come to Tennessee led by intering coach Bobby Petrino. This shouldn’t be an opportunity to impress the brass because Tennessee is powerful and should roll. Prediction: Tennessee 42, Arkansas 14

South Carolina at No. 11 LSU

OXFORD, MISSISSIPPI - SEPTEMBER 27: Kyle Parker #12 of the LSU Tigers carries the ball against Luke Hasz #9 of the Mississippi Rebels during the second half at Vaught-Hemingway Stadium on September 27, 2025 in Oxford, Mississippi.

A lot was expected from the Gamecocks but they already have two conference losses. The Tigers have an SEC loss to Ole Miss in their last game. They have no wiggle room if they want to make it to the SEC Championship Game. None. Prediction: LSU 31, South Carolina 23

No. 10 Georgia at Auburn

Georgia mascot Hairy Dawg arrives with the team before the start of a NCAA college football game against Kentucky in Athens, Ga., on Saturday, October 4, 2025.

Auburn has lost to teams that were ranked 11th and ninth, respectively, in its last two games. Now, Georgia completes the sandwich as it is No. 10. Prediction: Georgia 26, Auburn 18

Kansas at No. 9 Texas Tech

Oct 4, 2025; Houston, Texas, USA; Texas Tech Red Raiders quarterback Behren Morton (2) celebrates a Raiders touchdown against the Houston Cougars in the second half at TDECU Stadium.

Texas Tech has built a powerhouse in Lubbock. The Jayhawks are a mediocre team in the Big 12 and should become the next victim of a strong Red Raiders offense. Prediction: Texas Tech 43, Kansas 16

No. 8 Alabama at No. 17 Missouri

Alabama defensive lineman Tim Keenan III (96) and linebacker QB Reese (36) leave the field at Saban Field at Bryant-Denny Stadium.

Missouri is undefeated and pretty much untested unless you want to consider a nine-point win over South Carolina worthy. Alabama has muscled up after its opening loss and continues a run against four straight ranked teams and six of seven. Prediction: Missouri 24, Alabama 21

No. 7 Indiana at No. 3 Oregon

The Oregon Duck mascot sits on the field during the first quarter during the game between the Penn State Nittany Lions and the Oregon Ducks.

A fantastic Big 12 game with both the Hoosiers and Ducks rolling into it undefeated. The Hoosiers are getting more than a touchdown and that feels like a huge line. It doesn’t mean they will win. Prediction: Oregon 31, Indiana 27

No. 6 Oklahoma vs. Texas

Oklahoma Sooners wide receiver J.J. Hester is upended by defesive back Jaylon Guilbeau.

Just seems so odd that Oklahoma is getting points against a Texas team that has fallen from its perch as preseason No. 1. Prediction: Texas 23, Oklahoma 20

Florida at No. 5 Texas A&M

Texas A&M Aggies quarterback Marcel Reed (10) and teammates celebrate.

The Gators can’t play as well as they did at home in upsetting Texas. This feels like a game where the Aggies catch Florida at the right time. Prediction: Texas A&M 28, Florida 17

Washington State at No. 4 Ole Miss

Ole Miss linebacker TJ Dottery celebrates.

Lane Kiffin gets a chance to cut loose everyone as they should — and will — romp. Prediction: Ole Miss 53, Washington State 6

2. Miami (Bye)

Oct 4, 2025; Tallahassee, Florida, USA; Miami Hurricanes defensive back Jakobe Thomas (8) during the second half against the Florida State Seminoles at Doak S. Campbell Stadium.

No. 1 Ohio State at No. 17 Illinois

Leon Lowery Jr. #9 of the Illinois Fighting Illini celebrates with the cannon after defeating the Purdue Boilermakers.

Fascinating game in Champaign. The line is more than two TDs. That has to reflect what Indiana did to Illinois weeks back. The Buckeyes are top-ranked and have not given up more than nine points in a game. Think that is where the truth lies. The Fighting Illini will be tested trying to move the ball. Prediction: Ohio State 37, Illinois 13