After a defining Week 11, the two top-tier undefeateds delivered strong performances in their rivalry games, while several contenders dropped out of the picture. With just two weeks left in the regular season, the top four teams control their own destiny for a trip to Atlanta.
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SEC Football Power Rankings: Week 11 Defining Moments
The Week 11 Scoreboard Highlights
- #3 Texas A&M 38, #22 Missouri 17 (Aggies crush the Tigers in Columbia)
- #4 Alabama 20, LSU 9 (Crimson Tide win a physical, defensive slugfest)
- #5 Georgia 41, Mississippi State 21 (Bulldogs handle the road test easily)
- #6 Ole Miss 49, The Citadel 0 (Rebels dominate their non-conference tune-up)
- #16 Vanderbilt 45, Auburn 38 (Commodores survive a shootout for their eighth win)
- Kentucky 38, Florida 7 (Wildcats crush the Gators at home)
The Rankings
Tier 1: The SEC Championship Frontrunners (6-0 in Conference Play)
- Texas A&M Aggies (9-0, 6-0 Conference) The Aggies answered the bell with a statement road win over Missouri, 38-17. Their defense smothered the Mizzou offense, and their perfect 9-0 overall, 6-0 SEC record makes them the clear favorite to claim one of the two spots in Atlanta. Next Week: vs. South Carolina (Saturday, 12:00 PM ET, ABC/ESPN)
- Alabama Crimson Tide (8-1, 6-0 Conference) In a classic defensive battle, the Tide defeated LSU 20-9 to keep their perfect conference record intact. Ty Simpson managed the game well, and the defense was suffocating. They are one of the most balanced teams in the country. Next Week: vs. #12 Oklahoma (Saturday, 3:30 PM ET, ABC)
Tier 2: Fighting for the Second Spot in the SEC Championship Game
- Georgia Bulldogs (8-1, 6-1 Conference) The Bulldogs handled Mississippi State 41-21, keeping their conference championship hopes alive. Their only loss is to Alabama, meaning they need help to pass the Tide, but they are firmly positioned for a top-six CFP ranking. Next Week: vs. #11 Texas (Saturday, 7:30 PM ET, ABC)
- Ole Miss Rebels (9-1, 5-1 Conference) The Rebels were on non-conference duty this week, crushing The Citadel 49-0. Their strong overall record and impressive offense give them a great chance to climb back into the top four if one of the undefeated teams slips up. Next Week: vs. Florida (Saturday, 7:00 PM ET, ESPN)
- Texas Longhorns (7-2, 4-1 Conference) The Longhorns had a crucial bye week to prepare for a brutal two-game stretch. Their hopes for the SEC Championship run straight through Athens and then the rivalry game against Texas A&M. Next Week: at #5 Georgia (Saturday, 7:30 PM ET, ABC)
Tier 3: Bowl-Bound & Building
- Vanderbilt Commodores (8-2, 4-2 Conference) Vandy continues to win! They survived a shootout against Auburn, 45-38, securing their eighth win of the season. They are one of the best stories in college football, and the eight wins guarantees them a fantastic bowl game. Next Week: BYE
- Oklahoma Sooners (7-2, 3-2 Conference) The Sooners were on a bye week, resting up for their monumental rivalry game against Alabama. This is their last true chance to make a statement for a New Year’s Six Bowl bid. Next Week: at #4 Alabama (Saturday, 3:30 PM ET, ABC)
- Tennessee Volunteers (6-3, 3-3 Conference) The Volunteers were on a bye week and enter the final three games bowl-eligible. Their focus shifts to securing a quality bowl assignment and proving they can still win big games. Next Week: vs. New Mexico State (Non-Conference, Saturday, 4:15 PM ET, SEC Network)
- Kentucky Wildcats (4-5, 2-5 Conference) The Wildcats crushed Florida 38-7, securing their fourth overall win and keeping their bowl eligibility hopes alive. They face a critical non-conference matchup next week. Next Week: vs. Tennessee Tech (Non-Conference, Saturday, 1:30 PM ET, SEC Network+)
- Missouri Tigers (6-4, 2-3 Conference) The Tigers lost a tough home game to Texas A&M, 38-17. The defeat snaps their six-game winning streak and drops them to 6-4, but they are still bowl-eligible and have the talent to finish strong. Next Week: vs. Mississippi State (Saturday, 7:45 PM ET, SEC Network)
Tier 4: Needs a Victory
- LSU Tigers (5-4, 2-4 Conference) The Tigers lost a physical battle to Alabama, 20-9, dropping their season to 5-4. LSU needs one more win to achieve bowl eligibility in their final three games. Next Week: vs. Arkansas (Saturday, 12:45 PM ET, SEC Network)
- Mississippi State Bulldogs (5-5, 1-5 Conference) The Bulldogs lost to Georgia, 41-21, putting their bowl eligibility in jeopardy. They need one win in their final two games to reach six wins. Next Week: at #22 Missouri (Saturday, 7:45 PM ET, SEC Network)
- Auburn Tigers (4-6, 1-6 Conference) The Tigers lost a heartbreaker to Vanderbilt, 45-38. They are now 4-6 and need to win out against their last two opponents to achieve bowl eligibility. Next Week: BYE
- Florida Gators (3-7, 1-6 Conference) The Gators lost badly to Kentucky, 38-7, and are mathematically eliminated from bowl eligibility. Their season is focused on the future rebuild. Next Week: at #6 Ole Miss (Saturday, 7:00 PM ET, ESPN)
- South Carolina Gamecocks (3-6, 1-6 Conference) The Gamecocks were on a bye week. They are mathematically eliminated from bowl eligibility. Next Week: at #3 Texas A&M (Saturday, 12:00 PM ET, ABC/ESPN)
- Arkansas Razorbacks (2-7, 0-6 Conference) The Razorbacks were on a bye week. They remain winless in conference play. Next Week: at LSU (Saturday, 12:45 PM ET, SEC Network)
Week 12 Preview: CFP Showdowns
Week 12 is championship football in the regular season.
- #12 Oklahoma at #4 Alabama (Saturday, 3:30 PM ET, ABC) – A Playoff eliminator and SEC title driver.
- #11 Texas at #5 Georgia (Saturday, 7:30 PM ET, ABC) – A rivalry rematch with massive CFP implications.
- Florida at #6 Ole Miss (Saturday, 7:00 PM ET, ESPN) – Ole Miss tries to avoid a late-season stumble.
- South Carolina at #3 Texas A&M (Saturday, 12:00 PM ET, ABC/ESPN) – A&M tries to maintain perfection.
- LSU at Arkansas (Saturday, 12:45 PM ET, SEC Network) – LSU tries to secure bowl eligibility.
