Week 7 flipped the script on multiple teams. The Red River Rivalry saw a major upset and redemption for Arch Manning, a perfect SEC record fell in Columbia (Missouri), and the top of the conference is now split between the three remaining 3-0 teams.
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SEC Week 7 Scoreboard Highlights
- Texas 23, #6 Oklahoma 6 (Longhorns dominate the Sooners in Dallas)
- #8 Alabama 27, #14 Missouri 24 (Tide barely hold off undefeated Mizzou)
- #10 Georgia 20, Auburn 10 (Bulldogs grind out a tough rivalry road win)
- #5 Texas A&M 34, Florida 17 (Aggies crush the Gators’ momentum)
- #11 Tennessee 34, Arkansas 31 (Vols survive a razor-close home game)
- #10 LSU 20, South Carolina 10 (Tigers stabilize their season at home)
- #1 Ole Miss 24, Washington State 21 (Rebels survive a major scare in non-conference)
Week 8 SEC Power Rankings
- Ole Miss Rebels (6-0, 3-0 SEC) The Rebels survive a close non-conference game against Washington State, 24-21, to remain undefeated with a league-best 3-0 conference record. They lead a trio of top teams who have not lost an conference contest. Next Week: at #9 Georgia (The Game of the Year!)
- Texas A&M Aggies (6-0, 3-0 SEC) The Aggies answered Florida’s upset win with a dominant performance, winning 34-17. Mike Elko has his team focused, and they are now 6-0 and tied for the best SEC record. Next Week: at Arkansas
- Alabama Crimson Tide (5-1, 3-0 SEC) The Tide survived a major scare on the road, beating previously undefeated Missouri 27-24. Ty Simpson and the offense keep finding ways to win, and they now have the tough road environment win they needed. Next Week: vs. #11 Tennessee (The Third Saturday in October!)
- Georgia Bulldogs (5-1, 3-1 SEC) Georgia quietly got back to work with a 20-10 road win over Auburn. Their only loss is to Alabama, and they look determined to stay in the title race. They have a massive opportunity this week. Next Week: vs. #5 Ole Miss
- LSU Tigers (5-1, 2-1 SEC) LSU needed a win, and they got it, beating South Carolina 20-10. The defense stepped up, allowing the Tigers to stabilize their season after the close loss to Ole Miss. Next Week: at #17 Vanderbilt
- Tennessee Volunteers (5-1, 2-1 SEC) The Vols were lucky to escape with a 34-31 win over a desperate Arkansas team. A win is a win, but they need a much cleaner performance this week against their biggest rival. Next Week: at #6 Alabama
- Missouri Tigers (5-1, 1-1 SEC) Missouri suffers their first loss, falling 27-24 to Alabama. But they proved they belong by taking the Tide down to the final minute. They are still a legitimate threat in the conference. Next Week: vs. Auburn
- Texas Longhorns (4-2, 1-1 SEC) What a turnaround. The Longhorns rebounded from two straight losses (FSU, Florida) to shock Oklahoma 23-6 in the Red River Rivalry. Arch Manning was solid, and the defense was dominant. They are now 1-1 in SEC play. Next Week: vs. Kentucky
- Oklahoma Sooners (5-1, 1-1 SEC) The Sooners’ perfect season ends in the Cotton Bowl with a brutal 23-6 loss to Texas. John Mateer struggled in his first game back from hand surgery, throwing three interceptions. They need a reset to get their SEC title hopes back on track. Next Week: at South Carolina
- Vanderbilt Commodores (5-1, 1-1 SEC) Vanderbilt had a bye week after their Week 6 loss to Alabama. They remain 5-1 and are surprisingly competitive in the conference race. Next Week: vs. #10 LSU
- Florida Gators (2-4, 1-2 SEC) The good vibes lasted one week. Florida was crushed by Texas A&M, 34-17, failing to build on their upset of Texas. The road ahead is brutal. Next Week: vs. Mississippi State
- South Carolina Gamecocks (3-3, 1-3 SEC) The Gamecocks fought hard but fell to LSU, 20-10, dropping them to 1-3 in conference play. They desperately need a win this week to keep their season from slipping away. Next Week: vs. #14 Oklahoma
- Auburn Tigers (3-3, 0-3 SEC) Auburn struggled to generate offense in a 20-10 home loss to Georgia. Their 0-3 start in conference play puts Hugh Freeze firmly on the hot seat. Next Week: vs. #16 Missouri
- Mississippi State Bulldogs (4-2, 0-2 SEC) The Bulldogs had a bye week. Their overall record is respectable, but they need to find a way to compete in the SEC. A win at The Swamp would do that. Next Week: at Florida
- Arkansas Razorbacks (2-4, 0-2 SEC) The Razorbacks fought hard, pushing Tennessee to the brink before losing 34-31. This was a moral victory, but they need real wins now. Next Week: vs. #4 Texas A&M
- Kentucky Wildcats (2-4, 0-4 SEC) The Wildcats fall to 0-4 in conference play after the 35-14 loss to Georgia. They are struggling to compete on both sides of the ball. Next Week: vs. #21 Texas
Week 8: The Season-Defining Schedule
Week 8 features two massive matchups with conference and national title implications, plus several crucial games for bowl eligibility.
- #11 Tennessee at #6 Alabama (Saturday, 7:30 PM ET, ABC): The Third Saturday in October pits two one-loss, 2-1 teams against each other. The winner keeps their CFP hopes alive and gains a massive edge in the conference.
- #5 Ole Miss at #9 Georgia (Saturday, 3:30 PM ET, ABC): This is an absolute must-win for both teams. Can the undefeated Rebels prove they’re the real deal in Athens, or will the Bulldogs reclaim their spot atop the rankings?
- #17 Vanderbilt at #10 LSU (Saturday, 12:00 PM ET, ABC)
- #14 Oklahoma at South Carolina (Saturday, 12:45 PM ET, SEC Network)
- #4 Texas A&M at Arkansas (Saturday, 3:30 PM ET, ESPN)
- Florida at Mississippi State (Saturday, 4:15 PM ET, SEC Network)
- #21 Texas at Kentucky (Saturday, 7:00 PM ET, ESPN)
- Auburn at #16 Missouri (Saturday, 7:45 PM ET, SEC Network)
