Following Liberty’s 28-7 win over North Alabama to move to 3-0 on the season, the Flames have received votes in the USA Today Coaches Top 25 Poll for the first time in school history.
Liberty received one vote, effectively ranking 56th. The Flames are 3-0 with wins over Western Kentucky, Florida International, and North Alabama. Liberty plays host to Louisiana-Monroe this coming Saturday. Kickoff is scheduled for noon on ESPNU.
Clemson remains #1 in the poll, followed by Alabama, Georgia, Florida, and Notre Dame to round out the top 5. Virginia Tech is ranked No. 18 following their 2-0 start on the season. The Flames are scheduled to face the Hokies on Nov. 7. Coastal Carolina was also in the other receiving votes category with Liberty, receiving 38 votes. The Flames and Chanticleers are scheduled to square off on Dec. 5 in Conway, South Carolina.