Notre Dame also makes a move north in the AP Poll following Week 5

It’s not just the US LBM Coaches Poll where Notre Dame football made a move, it was the AP Poll as well.

The Irish defeated a ranked Louisville team 31-24 on Saturday afternoon, as they moved up two spots from No. 16 to No. 14 this week. The Cardinals dropped seven spots, as they are still inside the top-25 at No. 22.

Looking at some future opponents for Notre Dame, USC rallied to beat Wisconsin and also moved up in the poll, now sitting at No. 11. Navy, who is currently undefeated at 4-0, is receiving votes and if they continue to win over their next two games, could very well make an appearance into the AP Poll.

There is also a new No. 1 team, as Alabama defeated previous No. 2 Georgia to take over the top spot with the Bulldogs falling to No. 5. The Crimson Tide dominated the first place votes as well, as 40 writers have them as the best team in the country, with Texas getting 19, and Ohio State having four.

With a bye week next weekend for the Irish, they could make a move if teams around them fall during Week 6.

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