New Mexico has cracked the Associated Press Top 25 college football rankings, a milestone that underscores the handful of Football Bowl Subdivision programs that have never appeared in the poll.
The Lobos' inclusion marks their first ranking since 2016, according to the latest AP poll released this week. The achievement draws attention to the group of FBS teams that have yet to earn a spot in the Top 25 since the poll's inception.
While the specific programs were not listed in the initial report, the development adds context to the historical landscape of college football rankings.
