One of the great advantages about the college football seasons when you get through Week 2 is that almost every team has played at least one game against a competitive opponent. Those head-to-head results are crucial for making updates to the college football rankings, and with less data points the changes could be drastic in the wake of notable results.

Oklahoma hosting Michigan was always going to be a measuring stick game for both teams in 2025, and the Sooners passed the test with a 24-13 win that showcased both a stout Brent Venables defense and the playmaking of new quarterback John Mateer . It was a quality win against a quality opponent, and one that got the attention of the voters for the CBS Sports 136, our comprehensive ranking of every FBS team.

The Sooners move up t

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