Still No. 7: Where Alabama Ranks in Coaches Poll After Beating Vanderbilt
Alabama holds at No. 7
The Crimson Tide entered its Week 11 road game at Vanderbilt ranked No. 7 in both the AP Top 25 and the Coaches Poll. Alabama won 21-6 on Saturday in Nashville.
After the win, Alabama remained No. 7 in the Coaches Poll. It continued to rank above every other team with two losses.
Offense finds its footing
Alabama’s offense had difficulty for much of the game, then came to life and scored three touchdowns. The defense delivered a steady performance throughout, described as one of its best of the season.
CFP standings are separate
The Coaches Poll does not affect the College Football Playoff rankings. Alabama was No. 3 in the CFP rankings before facing Vanderbilt. CFP rankings were set to be revealed every Tuesday night through Selection Sunday, scheduled for Dec. 6.
Poll schedule changes
A FAA ground stop on Nov. 13 led many college football games to change kickoff times. Ole Miss at Oklahoma was moved to Sunday at 12 p.m. CT.
Key points
- Alabama defeated Vanderbilt 21-6 in Nashville on Saturday.
- The Crimson Tide stayed No. 7 in the Coaches Poll.
- Alabama remained the highest-rated two-loss team.
- The Coaches Poll does not affect CFP rankings.