2026 SEC football power rankings after Week 5
2026 college football season: SEC power rankings after Week 5
Week 5 of the 2026 SEC college football season concluded with Tennessee defeating Auburn 24-14 at Neyland Stadium. Tennessee head coach Josh Heupel praised his team's resilience, especially in the second half, while also honoring the spirit of General Robert Neyland. The game was described as ugly, but Heupel noted that his players and fans displayed extraordinary energy and determination.
Following the week, the SEC football power rankings were updated, with Texas, Georgia, and Alabama leading the pack, followed by Ole Miss, LSU, Kentucky, Missouri, Florida, Mississippi State, Tennessee, Auburn, Texas A&M, Vanderbilt, South Carolina, Arkansas, Mississippi State, and Arkansas.
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