Ranking the Top 25 Rivalries in College Football History Posted Nov 23, 2017 Rivalries are a huge part of college football and matter for bragging rights among the teams and on the recruiting trail. With several huge rivalry matchups this weekend, Athlon Sports ranks the best 25 rivalries in college football. Army-Navy (set for Dec. 9 this year) ranks No. 1, but two matchups – Ohio State-Michigan and Auburn-Alabama – take place this week. (Athlon Sports)