Dom Izzo Reveals Latest FCS Top 25 Rankings Following Week 11

The latest FCS Top 25 Poll, compiled by sports analyst Dom Izzo, reflects a dynamic weekend of college football that significantly impacted team rankings. The intra-state matchups in North and South Dakota captured much of the attention, but several other games played a crucial role in shaping the poll.

In a surprising turn of events, the Monmouth Hawks faced a significant defeat against New Hampshire, impacting their standings. Monmouth continues to navigate the season without its star quarterback, Derek Robertson, which has been a considerable challenge. Meanwhile, Montana managed to fend off a late surge from Eastern Washington, securing their position in Missoula. This game influenced Izzo’s rankings, as he moved Montana State ahead of the Grizzlies in his latest ballot due to the Bobcats’ strong performance after a rocky start to the season.

The Top 25 rankings are as follows:

1. North Dakota State (10-0, defeated North Dakota) – Previous: 1
2. Montana State (8-2, defeated Weber State) – Previous: 3
3. Montana (10-0, defeated Eastern Washington) *Non-D1 win – Previous: 2
4. Lehigh (10-0, defeated Holy Cross) – Previous: 4
5. Tarleton State (9-1, bye week) *FBS win – Previous: 5
6. Harvard (8-0, defeated Columbia) – Previous: 6
7. Mercer (8-1, defeated Western Carolina) – Previous: 10
8. Tennessee Tech (10-0, defeated Eastern Illinois) – Previous: 7
9. UC Davis (7-2, defeated Idaho) – Previous: 11
10. North Dakota (6-4, lost to NDSU) – Previous: 8
11. Villanova (7-2, defeated Towson) – Previous: 12
12. Youngstown State (6-4, defeated SIU) – Previous: 16
13. Illinois State (7-3, defeated Indiana State) – Previous: 15
14. Monmouth (8-2, lost to New Hampshire) – Previous: 9
15. Rhode Island (8-2, defeated Elon) – Previous: 14
16. Abilene Christian (6-4, defeated Utah Tech) – Previous: 17
17. Lamar (8-2, defeated Southeastern Louisiana) – Previous: 19
18. South Dakota (7-4, defeated South Dakota State) – Previous: 20
19. South Dakota State (7-3, lost to USD) – Previous: 13
20. Southern Illinois (6-4, lost to Youngstown State) – Previous: 18
21. Stephen F. Austin (8-2, defeated Houston Christian) – Previous: 21
22. Jackson State (7-2, defeated Mississippi Valley) – Previous: 22
23. Southeastern Louisiana (7-3, lost to Lamar) – Previous: 23
24. Western Carolina (6-4, lost to Mercer) – Previous: 24
25. Northern Arizona (6-4, defeated UNC) – Previous: NR

Northern Arizona made its debut in the rankings this week, replacing Presbyterian. As teams gear up for the final weeks of the season, fans are encouraged to digest, debate, and discuss the latest rankings as the competition intensifies. The implications of these rankings will be watched closely as the FCS playoffs approach, with teams eager to solidify their positions.