SEC Power Rankings: Alabama stakes its claim as a contender

The SEC continues to be unpredictable, with Week 5 delivering a significant surprise. Florida, undefeated and near the national championship spotlight, lost 45-17 to Missouri, falling back to earth. Missouri capitalized on the opportunity, emerging as another contender in the SEC race. Georgia and Alabama, both undefeated, set up a classic matchup.

Kentucky and Tennessee survived their games, staying close to the top teams. As of Week 5, here are the SEC teams' standings in power rankings: Texas Longhorns, No. 1 with a 4-0 record; Georgia Bulldogs, No. 2 with a 5-0 record; Alabama Crimson Tide, No. 3 with a 5-0 record; Florida Gators, No. 4 with a 4-1 record; Ole Miss Rebels, No. 5 with a 3-1 record; LSU, No. 6 with a 4-1 record; Missouri Tigers, No. 7 with a 4-1 record; Mississippi State Bulldogs, No. 8 with a 4-1 record; Kentucky Wildcats, No. 9 with a 4-1 record; Tennessee Volunteers, No. 10 with a 4-1 record; Auburn Tigers, No. 11 with a 3-2 record; Texas A&M Aggies, No. 12 with a 3-2 record; Oklahoma Sooners, No. 13 with a 2-2 record.