Week 8 of the college football season has concluded. Some SEC teams took major victories, while other big-time teams found themselves on upset alert. Two teams remain undefeated in conference play, but six others have just one loss. This has led to significant changes in the 2025 SEC Football Power Rankings.
### 1. Alabama (-)
Alabama remains at the top of the SEC Power Rankings with six straight wins. Meanwhile, Kalen DeBoer has donned his black hoodie in six consecutive games. Alabama faced Tennessee in Week 8 and dominated early. On the last play of the first half, Alabama intercepted a pass and returned it 99 yards for a touchdown. They led by 16 at halftime and went on to win the game 37-20. This marked their fourth straight win over a ranked opponent. The Crimson Tide are now 4-0 in conference play and 6-1 overall. Alabama will hit the road in Week 9 to face South Carolina.
### 2. Texas A&M (+1)
Texas A&M is the only undefeated team in the conference, standing at 7-0 overall and 4-0 in conference play. This past week, they faced Arkansas in a tight game early on, but the Aggies built a 38-27 lead by the end of the third quarter. Arkansas fought back and scored with nine seconds left to narrow the gap to three points. However, Texas A&M recovered the onside kick and secured a 45-42 victory. The Aggies will travel to take on LSU in Week 9, looking to notch their second win over a ranked opponent this season.
### 3. Georgia (+1)
Georgia moves up one spot in the rankings, improving to 6-1 overall and 4-1 in conference play. The game against Ole Miss was a struggle early, with the Rebels scoring on all three of their first-half drives to lead by one at halftime. Ole Miss continued its strong start with a 75-yard touchdown pass on the second play of the half and scored on its next possession as well, tallying five consecutive touchdown drives. However, Georgia’s defense tightened up, limiting Ole Miss to just 13 yards the rest of the game. The Bulldogs completed a comeback victory, 43-35. Georgia will have the week off in Week 9 before facing Florida in Week 10.
### 4. Ole Miss (-2)
Ole Miss has fallen to 6-1 overall and 3-1 in conference play. The Rebels have been solid all year, balancing good defense with great offense. In their game against Georgia, they scored touchdowns on their first five possessions but could not hold on, falling 43-35 in their first defeat of the year. Ole Miss will visit Oklahoma in Week 9.
### 5. Vanderbilt
After an exciting 2024 season that included an upset over No. 1 Alabama and a 7-6 finish, Vanderbilt’s story is far from over. The Commodores are ranked No. 10 in the AP Poll—their first Top 10 appearance since 1947—and currently stand at 6-1 overall and 2-1 in conference play. Last week, Vanderbilt hosted LSU, leading 17-13 at halftime before scoring touchdowns on both third-quarter possessions to take a ten-point lead. The defense shutdown LSU in the fourth quarter, allowing only three points in a 31-24 victory. Vanderbilt remains home in Week 9, hosting Missouri.
### 6. Missouri (+1)
Missouri jumps one spot after edging Auburn in Week 8. The Tigers improved to 6-1 overall and 2-1 in SEC play. It was an ugly win; the offense struggled in the second half and Auburn took the lead in the fourth quarter. Missouri tied the game with a touchdown at 5:07 remaining and drove for the win, but an interception by Beau Pribula sent the game to overtime. After missed field goals by both teams in the first overtime, Pribula redeemed himself with a rushing touchdown in the second overtime. The defense held firm, securing a 23-17 victory. Missouri will travel to Vanderbilt in Week 9.
### 7. Tennessee (-1)
Tennessee drops one spot following their Week 8 loss to Alabama. The Volunteers are now 5-2 overall and 2-2 in conference play. Their only previous loss was an overtime defeat against Georgia. However, they struggled against Alabama, who controlled the first half, including a defensive touchdown. Tennessee was unable to mount a comeback, falling 37-20. They will look to rebound in Week 9 with a visit to Kentucky.
### 8. Oklahoma (+2)
Oklahoma bounced back from its first loss of the season with a road win over South Carolina in Week 8. The Sooners scored on their opening drive and again early in the second quarter, holding a seven-point lead at halftime. Although the offense stalled in the second half—with John Mateer throwing for just 150 yards—the defense stepped up. Oklahoma won decisively, 26-7, improving to 6-1 overall and 2-1 in conference play. They face a tough challenge next week as they host Ole Miss.
### 9. LSU (-4)
LSU experiences a significant drop after their second loss of the season. The Tigers are 5-2 overall and 2-2 in SEC play. Offensively, LSU scored 24 points against Vanderbilt—their highest total against an FBS opponent this year (previous high was 23 vs. Louisiana Tech). However, the defense surrendered 31 points, which is the most points they’ve allowed all season. LSU has only allowed more than ten points twice this year, both of which resulted in losses. The Tigers hope to tighten their defense ahead of a Week 9 home game against Texas A&M.
### 10. Texas (-1)
Texas slips one spot despite moving to 5-2 overall and 2-1 in conference play. In their narrow overtime win against Kentucky, the Longhorns struggled offensively; Arch Manning threw for just 132 yards, and the team managed only 179 yards total. The defense gave up 395 yards but still helped the team to a 16-13 victory in overtime. Texas will visit Mississippi State in Week 9.
### 11. Florida (-)
A Week 8 win was not enough to save Billy Napier, who has been fired as Florida’s head coach. The Gators defeated Mississippi State 23-21, relying on a late defensive stand to seal the victory. Mississippi State had rallied from a nine-point deficit, but an interception by Blake Shapen helped preserve Florida’s win. The Gators now stand at 3-4 overall and 2-2 in conference play. Florida will have the week off in Week 9.
### 12. Mississippi State (-)
Mississippi State, with low preseason expectations, is 4-3 overall but 0-3 in conference play. They had an opportunity to beat Florida but were hampered by questionable play-calling. On second down at Florida’s 29-yard line with 21 seconds left, they opted to pass instead of setting up a likely game-winning field goal, resulting in an interception. Mississippi State will host Texas in Week 9.
### 13. Auburn (-)
Auburn could be the next SEC coach on the hot seat, falling to 3-4 overall and 0-4 in conference play. The Tigers had a chance to secure their first conference win against Missouri but were undone by a turnover and three missed field goals in double overtime. Auburn will host Missouri in Week 10.
### 14. Arkansas (-)
Arkansas’ latest stint under Bobby Petrino got off to a rough 0-2 start in conference play. The Razorbacks fought hard and scored three touchdowns in the second half against Texas A&M but fell short in a 45-42 loss, marking their fifth consecutive defeat. Arkansas will visit Auburn in Week 10.
### 15. Kentucky (+1)
Kentucky nearly pulled off a major upset over Texas in Week 8. The Wildcats outgained the Longhorns by over 200 yards but struggled to convert yards into points. They missed a long field goal at the end of the first half and, in overtime, turned the ball over on downs at the Texas 3-yard line. Texas kicked a field goal to win 16-13. Kentucky will visit Tennessee in Week 10.
### 16. South Carolina (-1)
South Carolina drops one spot heading into Week 9 after their loss to Oklahoma. The Gamecocks will face Alabama at home next week, a daunting challenge as they seek to turn their season around.
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The 2025 SEC Football landscape is shaping up to be highly competitive, with several teams jockeying for position as the season enters its critical stages. Fans can look forward to exciting matchups in the coming weeks as teams strive for conference dominance.
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