UWF Argos football earns first-ever ranking in Division I history

The University of West Florida football team has reached another milestone in their historic first season at the Division I level. Following their impressive victory over then-No. 16 Southern Illinois, the Argos have now earned their first national ranking as a Division I program, according to WKRG News 5.

The win over the Salukis was a signature moment for UWF's young Division I program, and the ranking reflects the team's strong start to the season. The Argos' ascent to the national polls marks another chapter in what has been a remarkable transition for the Gulf Coast university's football program.

UWF moved up to Division I football just this season, making each accomplishment a first for the program at this level. The combination of early success on the field and competitive wins against established programs has caught the attention of national voters, positioning the Argos among the country's ranked teams.