Alabama Football Drops in CFP Rankings After Loss to Oklahoma
Alabama football’s loss to Oklahoma has resulted in a drop in the latest College Football Playoff (CFP) rankings. After the 31-17 defeat, the Crimson Tide fell from No. 6 to No. 8 in the CFP standings, signaling the impact of their second loss of the season. This drop has sparked debate over whether Alabama’s ranking should have been steeper, especially given their performance against the Sooners.
The loss to Oklahoma was significant for Alabama, as it not only knocked them out of the playoff conversation for now but also exposed some vulnerabilities in their game. Jalen Milroe and the Alabama offense struggled to keep pace with Oklahoma’s high-scoring attack, while the defense couldn’t make the necessary stops to keep the game within reach. Despite their two losses, Alabama’s strength of schedule, which includes wins over ranked SEC opponents, has kept them relatively high in the rankings.
In the new CFP poll, Alabama trails several one-loss teams, including Florida State and Oregon, who both remain firmly in the playoff race. The top four spots are currently held by undefeated teams: Georgia, Michigan, Ohio State, and Washington. For Alabama to have any chance at making the playoff, they will need to win their remaining games, including the SEC Championship, and hope that other top teams stumble.
Alabama’s ranking at No. 8 reflects their strong overall resume, but with only a few weeks left in the season, the Tide’s playoff hopes are hanging by a thread. The committee will continue to assess how Alabama performs in their final games, with a significant focus on how they recover from their loss to Oklahoma.