BCS Rankings Week 11: Predicting How the Top 25 Will Change by Next Week

It was another weekend of college football, and there were games that shook up where some teams were last week to where they will be when the BCS polls are released on Sunday night.

What didn't change were the teams at the top of the polls, Oregon and Auburn. These two teams continue to show that they are the best teams in the nation and it doesn't look like anything is going to change any time soon.

What happens now is trying to predict what happens when the week 11 of the college football season comes to a close and the next BCS poll is released.

Who goes where, who wins, who loses, and who makes a fool of themselves and screws up any chances of a solid season?

These are all questions guys like me have fun with because it gives me a chance to look into the crystal ball that I keep in the closet and see if it lets me see the future. Most of the time it doesn't but if I speak nicely to it, it just might.

Care to come along and peak into the future? I was hoping you would be.

25. Texas A&M

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COLLEGE STATION, TX - NOVEMBER 26: Quarterback Jerrod Johnson #1 of the Texas A&M Aggies looks to throw the ball downfield to an open receiver against the Texas Longhorns in the second half at Kyle Field on November 26, 2009 in College Station, Texas. The

Last week: Unranked

This week: No. 25

Last game: 33-19 over 8th ranked Oklahoma

Next game: Nov. 13th at Baylor

The Aggies have been going in the right direction since they transitioned to quarterback Ryan Tannehill. Three straight wins including this past Saturday against Oklahoma and the Aggies are feeling good.

They won't have it any easier next week, as they head to Baylor to take on a very good Bears team.

Predicted ranking: 21

24. Kansas State

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LAWRENCE, KS - OCTOBER 14: Daniel Thomas #8 of the Kansas State Wildcats carries the ball as Olaitan Oguntodu #44 of the Kansas Jayhawks defends during the game on October 14, 2010 at Memorial Stadium in Lawrence, Kansas. (Photo by Jamie Squire/Getty Im

Last week: Unranked

This week: No. 24

Previous game: 39-14 over Texas

Next game: Nov. 13th at (17) Missouri

Kansas State had won their first four games, but they have since dropped three of their last five games. As a result, they had the 24th ranking in the new BCS poll.

They may not be there for long, however, as they'll be on the road against Missouri.

Predicted ranking: Unranked

23. South Carolina

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COLUMBIA, SC - NOVEMBER 06: Alshon Jeffery #1 of the South Carolina Gamecocks reacts during their game against the Arkansas Razorbacks at Williams-Brice Stadium on November 6, 2010 in Columbia, South Carolina. (Photo by Streeter Lecka/Getty Images)

Last week: No. 19

This week: No. 23

Previous game: 40-21 loss vs (18) Arkansas

Next game: Nov. 13th at (22) Florida

South Carolina knocked off top ranked Alabama and followed that up with a loss on the road against Kentucky.

They did get past Vanderbilt and Tennessee but Arkansas offense was too much for them to deal with even at home.

Predicted ranking: Unranked

22. Florida

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JACKSONVILLE, FL - OCTOBER 30: Chris Rainey #3 of the Florida Gators runs for a touchdown during the game against the Georgia Bulldogs at EverBank Field on October 30, 2010 in Jacksonville, Florida. (Photo by Sam Greenwood/Getty Images)

Last week: Unranked

This week: No. 22

Previous game: 55-14 over Vanderbilt

Next game: Nov. 13th vs (23) South Carolina

The Florida Gators aren't quite having the kind of season that fans have been used to. They're using to seeing an unbeaten team, yet, they also aren't the team led by Tim Tebow.

Predicted ranking: 18

21. Nevada

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LAS VEGAS - OCTOBER 02: (L-R) Courtney Randall #35 of the Nevada Reno Wolf Pack is congratulated by quarterback Colin Kaepernick #10 and Brandon Wimberly #4 after Randall scored a touchdown against the UNLV Rebels in the second quarter of their game at S

Last week: No. 23

This week: No. 21

Previous game: 63-17 over Idaho

Next game: Nov. 13th at Fresno State

I know I had been the one to say I couldn't understand how Nevada could be ranked in the top 25 but Hawaii was still on the outside looking in, especially after the Warriors knocked them off a few weeks ago.

But, with Hawaii getting trounced by Boise State and Nevada winning big, I guess that ends the argument.

Predicted ranking: Unranked

20. Virginia Tech

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BLACKSBURG, VA - NOVEMBER 04: Wide receiver Dyrell Roberts #11 of the Virginia Tech Hokies runs with the ball past linebacker Brandon Watts #11 of the Georgia Tech Yellow Jackets at Lane Stadium on November 4, 2010 in Blacksburg, Virginia. (Photo by Geo

Last week: No. 22

This week: No. 20

Previous game: 28-21 over Georgia Tech

Next game: Nov. 13th at North Carolina

The Hokies picked up their seventh straight win after knocking off Georgia Tech. Since their slow start to the season with losses to Boise State and James Madison, Virginia Tech seems to have figured things out.

Predicted ranking: 17

19. Mississippi State

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GAINESVILLE, FL - OCTOBER 16: Quarterback Chris Relf #14 of the Mississippi State Bulldogs hands off to running back Vick Ballard #28 against the Florida Gators October 16, 2010 Ben Hill Griffin Stadium at Gainesville, Florida. (Photo by Al Messerschm

Last week: No. 20

This week: No. 19

Previous game: 24-17 over Kentucky

Next game: Nov. 13th at (12) Alabama

Mississippi State, after losing two of their first three games, have picked up wins in their last six straight.

However, that run may come to an end this coming weekend against Alabama, especially on the road.

Predicted ranking: 23

18. Arizona

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TUCSON, AZ - OCTOBER 23: Wide receivers David Roberts #81 and Juron Criner #82 of the Arizona Wildcats celebrate after Criner scored a 21 yard touchdown reception against the Washington Huskies during the fourth quarter of the college football game at Ar

Last week: No. 15

This week: No. 18

Previous game: 42-17 loss at (6) Stanford

Next game: Nov. 13th vs USC

The Arizona Wildcats ran into a very good Stanford team, but it doesn't mean that this team is any worse. They do have a big win over Iowa earlier in the season but their loss to Oregon State isn't looking so hot right now.

Predicted ranking: 16

17. Missouri

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LINCOLN, NE - OCTOBER 30: The Missouri Tigers line up along the goal line against the Nebraska Cornhuskers during second half action of their game at Memorial Stadium on October 30, 2010 in Lincoln, Nebraska. Nebraska Defeated Missouri 31-17. (Photo by Er

Last week: No. 12

This week: No. 17

Previous game: 24-17 loss at Texas Tech

Next game: Nov. 13th vs (24) Kansas State

I've never been one that was sold on Missouri, especially after they nearly lost to San Diego State at home a few weeks ago.

When they were ranked in the top 10, I knew it wasn't going to last long with the schedule they had in front of them.

Predicted ranking: 15

16. Oklahoma

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COLUMBIA, MO - OCTOBER 23: Landry Jones #12 of the Oklahoma Sooners in action against the Missouri Tigers at Faurot Field/Memorial Stadium on October 23, 2010 in Columbia, Missouri. The Tigers beat the Sooners 36-27. (Photo by Dilip Vishwanat/Getty Imag

Last week: No. 8

This week: No. 16

Previous game: 33-19 loss at (25) Texas A&M

Next game: Nov. 13th vs. Texas Tech

Oh how far the mighty have fallen. I remember the week that Oklahoma was ranked number one by the first BCS poll. There were a ton of fans and media alike that were crying foul with this one.

Since that game, the Sooners have dropped two of their last three and have gone from number one to number 16.

Predicted ranking: 14

15. Arkansas

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COLUMBIA, SC - NOVEMBER 06: Joe Adams #3 of the Arkansas Razorbacks runs with the ball against Akeem Auguste #3 of the South Carolina Gamecocks during their game at Williams-Brice Stadium on November 6, 2010 in Columbia, South Carolina. (Photo by Street

Last week: No. 18

This week: No. 15

Previous game: 41-20 win over South Carolina

Next game: Nov. 13th vs UTEP

Arkansas got a big win over South Carolina as they head to a theoretical off week as they welcome in UTEP for a non-conference game.

But, their year is far from done as they close the season on the road at Mississippi State and at home against LSU.

Predicted ranking: 14

14. Utah

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SALT LAKE CITY, UT - NOVEMBER 6: Quarterback Jordan Wynn #3 of the Utah Utes looks to throw a pass in a game against the TCU Horned Frogs during the second half of an NCAA Football game November 6, 2010 at Rice-Eccles Stadium in Salt Lake City, Utah. TCU

Last week: No. 5

This week: No. 14

Previous game: 47-7 loss vs TCU

Next game: Nov. 13th at Notre Dame

It's not that Utah isn't a good team but TCU is that much better, especially defensively. It was supposed to be a big time show down, but the Horned Frogs made quick work of the Utes and turned it into a snooze fest.

Predicted ranking: 13

13. Iowa

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IOWA CITY, IA - OCTOBER 30- Quarterback Ricky Stanzi #12 of the University of Iowa Hawkeyes warms up his throwing arm before play against the Michigan State Spartans at Kinnick Stadium on October 30, 2010 in Iowa City, Iowa. Iowa won 37-6 over Michigan St

Last week: No. 16

This week: No. 13

Previous game: 18-13 win at Indiana

Next game: Nov. 13th at Northwestern

Since their loss to Arizona, the Iowa Hawkeyes have five of their last six including wins over Michigan, Penn State, and Michigan State, their lone loss coming against Wisconsin.

They have Northwestern before a showdown against Ohio State in less than two weeks.

Predicted ranking: 11

12. Alabama

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BATON ROUGE, LA - NOVEMBER 06: Quarterback Greg McElroy #12 of the Alabama Crimson Tide throws a pass against the Louisiana State University Tigers at Tiger Stadium on November 6, 2010 in Baton Rouge, Louisiana. (Photo by Chris Graythen/Getty Images)

Last week: No. 6

This week: No. 12

Previous game: 24-21 loss at LSU

Next game: Nov. 13th vs Mississippi State

With their loss to LSU, the Crimson Tide had their run to a back-to-back championships ended. But it doesn't mean their season is over and that ride begins at home against the Bulldogs.

Predicted ranking: 10

11. Michigan State

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IOWA CITY, IA - OCTOBER 30- Quarterback Kirk Cousins #8 of the Michigan State Spartans looks down field for a receiver during play against the University of Iowa Hawkeyes at Kinnick Stadium on October 30, 2010 in Iowa City, Iowa. Iowa won 37-6 over Michig

Last week: No. 14

This week: No. 11

Previous game: 31-8 win over Minnesota

Next game: Nov. 20th vs Purdue

It looked for awhile like Michigan State would be a surprise candidate for the top spot in the BCS. Unfortunately, the Spartans ran in to a very good Iowa team and it ended that dream. 

They will have an off week before taking on Purdue at home in two weeks.

Predicted ranking: 13

10. Oklahoma State

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STILLWATER, OK - SEPTEMBER 5: Running back Kendall Hunter #24 of the Oklahoma State Cowboys is stopped just short of the end zone as teammate Noah Franklin #77 falls on top during the third quarter of the game against the Georgia Bulldogs at Boone Picken

Last week: No. 17

This week: No. 10

Previous game: 55-28 win over Baylor

Next game: Nov. 13th at Texas

There was a lot of talk about the game between them and Baylor going into this past Saturday. The Bears were playing good football and were coming off a blowout win over Texas.

However, Oklahoma State came prepared and they made Baylor look like just another non-conference opponent.

Predicted ranking: 10

9. Ohio State

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COLUMBUS, OH - OCTOBER 23: Dan Herron #1 of the Ohio State Buckeyes runs with the ball against the Purdue Boilermakers at Ohio Stadium on October 23, 2010 in Columbus, Ohio. (Photo by Jamie Sabau/Getty Images)

Last week: No. 11

This week: No. 9

Previous game: 52-10 win over Minnesota

Next game: Nov. 13th vs Penn State

Ohio State was another team that succumbed to the number one jinx, the same jinx that Alabama and Oklahoma also fell to.

After their loss on the road to Wisconsin, they've picked up back-to-back wins against Purdue and Minnesota to move up inside the top 10.

Predicted ranking: 8

8. Nebraska

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LINCOLN, NE - OCTOBER 30: Running back Roy Helu Jr. #10 of the Nebraska Cornhuskers break a long run against the Missouri Tigers during second half action of their game at Memorial Stadium on October 30, 2010 in Lincoln, Nebraska. Nebraska Defeated Missou

Last week: No. 7

This week: No. 8

Previous game: 31-30 win over Iowa State

Next game: Nov. 13th vs Kansas

The Nebraska Cornhuskers have been climbing the polls, but their loss to Texas isn't really doing them any favors at this point, especially after this past Saturday.

However, it seems the BCS poll isn't looking at that at all as they have them ranked inside the top 10.

Predicted ranking: 9

7. Wisconsin

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IOWA CITY, IA - OCTOBER 23- Quarterback Scott Tolzien #16 of the Wisconsin Badgers scrambles under pressure from the University of Iowa Hawkeyes during the first half of play at Kinnick Stadium on October 23, 2010 in Iowa City, Iowa. Wisconsin won 31-30 o

Last week: No. 9

This week: No. 7

Previous game: 43-13 win at Purdue

Next game: Nov. 13th vs Indiana

The Wisconsin Badgers have their fans believing that they're in for a great season this year. After taking down top ranked Ohio State followed by Iowa in consecutive games.

With Indiana, a road game at Michigan, and finishing at home against Northwestern, the Badgers could be staring at a big BCS game in the eye real soon.

Predicted ranking: 7

6. Stanford

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SEATTLE - OCTOBER 30: Wide receiver Ryan Whalen #8 of the Stanford Cardinal warms up prior to the game against the Washington Huskies on October 30, 2010 at Husky Stadium in Seattle, Washington. Stanford won 41-0. (Photo by Otto Greule Jr/Getty Images)

Last week: No. 13

This week: No. 6

Previous game: 42-17 win over Arizona

Next game: Nov. 13th at Arizona State

With their only loss coming against top ranked Oregon, Stanford hasn't missed a beat since with wins coming against USC and Arizona.

If they keep this up, Boise State's ranking could be in trouble.

Predicted ranking: 6

5. LSU

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BATON ROUGE, LA - NOVEMBER 06: Quarterback Jordan Jefferson #9 of the Louisiana State University Tigers runs onto the field during pregame before playing the Alabama Crimson Tide at Tiger Stadium on November 6, 2010 in Baton Rouge, Louisiana. (Photo by

Last week: No. 10

This week: No. 5

Previous game: 24-21 win over Alabama

Next game: Nov. 13th vs Louisiana-Monroe

If there's anyone that will possibly threaten Boise State's spot in the top five it's going to be LSU. In fact, they're not far away from doing just that.

Predicted ranking: 5

4. Boise State

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BOISE, ID - SEPTEMBER 25: Quarterback Kellen Moore #11 and the Boise State Broncos celebrates a touchdown against the Oregon Stage Beavers at Bronco Stadium on September 25, 2010 in Boise, Idaho. (Photo by Otto Kitsinger III/Getty Images)

Last week: No. 4

This week: No. 4

Previous game: 42-7 win over Hawaii

Next game: Nov. 12th at Idaho

There's an outcry from Boise State fans like you've never heard before. They've been jumped by not only Auburn but TCU now as well. Though I will say, TCU's jump is well deserved.

Predicted ranking: 4

3. TCU

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SALT LAKE CITY, UT - NOVEMBER 6: Quarterback Andy Dalton #14 of the TCU Horned Frogs throws a pass against the Utah Utes during the second half of an NCAA Football game November 6, 2010 at Rice-Eccles Stadium in Salt Lake City, Utah. TCU Beat Utah 47-7.

Last week: No. 3

This week: No. 3

Previous game: 47-7 win over Utah

Next game: Nov. 13th vs San Diego State

I'm going to stop just short of calling this a trap game for TCU but what I saw from the Horned Frogs against Utah, not to mention on the road, makes me wonder just how bad this blowout will be next Saturday.

Don't get me wrong, San Diego State is a good team, but not anywhere near TCU.

Predicted ranking: 3

2. Auburn

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AUBURN, AL - NOVEMBER 6: Quarterback Cam Newton #2 of the Auburn Tigers runs to celebrate a touchdown against the Chattanooga Mocs November 6, 2010 at Jordan-Hare Stadium in Auburn, Alabama. (Photo by Al Messerschmidt/Getty Images)

Last week: No. 2

This week: No. 2

Previous game: 62-24 over Chattanooga

Next game: Nov. 13th vs Georgia

The Auburn Tigers are in the middle of what could be a bad time for the NCAA to investigate. There were allegations of improper benefits to quarterback Cam Newton but there's no indication he knew anything about, though I'm sure we'll find out if that's the truth soon enough.

Predicted ranking: 2

1. Oregon

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EUGENE, OR - NOVEMBER 06: Wide receiver Josh Huff #4 of the Oregon Ducks jumps into the crowd during the team introductions before the game against the Washington Huskies at Autzen Stadium on November 6, 2010 in Eugene, Oregon. The Ducks won the game 53-1

Last week: No. 1

This week: No. 1

Previous game: 53-16 win over Washington

Next game: Nov. 13th at Cal

The Oregon Ducks, and their fans by the look of the picture, are having fun this season and why shouldn't they be.

They've been blowing out everyone in their path and putting up big numbers while they're doing just that. With Cal, Arizona, and Oregon State left on their schedule, I don't see why the BCS title game wouldn't be in their future.

Predicted ranking: 1