I think that rankings can be relative across years as well
by mattchell (2021-11-13 12:14:16)

In reply to: Ah, yes, the position that incorrectly assumes that rankings  posted by KeoughCharles05


Which I believe to be his point.

We were much better last year than this year, and yet we still got blown out by Clemson and Alabama. We are further from that standard of great programs this year than last.

Sort of a weird/weak year for college football for whatever reason.