Alabama’s College Football Playoff Ranking Raises a Major Question Ahead of LSU

The College Football Playoff committee placed Alabama at No. 5 in their initial 2026 rankings, a surprising decision given the team's two losses to Georgia and Tennessee.

This standing places the Crimson Tide ahead of several one-loss programs and notably eight spots above Tennessee, despite the Volunteers' head-to-head win. Alabama now prepares for a pivotal road game against No.

14 LSU this Saturday. A victory would bolster their postseason resume, while a third loss could jeopardize their standing among the top twelve contenders.

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