Jumbo Package: Alabama ranked 5th, national meltdown ensues
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Alabama was ranked 5th in the College Football Playoff rankings, a significant achievement that sparked controversy. Tennessee fans were particularly angry as the Volunteers fell outside the rankings at 13. Alabama's ranking was attributed to their strong performances on the road, including a victory against Tennessee and a win against Mississippi State, which was undefeated at the time.
Tennessee's ranking was criticized for lacking comparable quality wins, with their only victory over Alabama being a loss. The committee's decision to rank Alabama highly set the stage for a potential clash with LSU, with Alabama's coach Nick Saban viewed as a potential contender for a national championship.
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