Alabama and LSU meet as college football playoff hopes hang in balance
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Nov 5, 2026, 5:36 AM
Last updated Nov 5, 2026
Alabama and LSU are set to face off on November 7, 2026, at Tiger Stadium in Baton Rouge. Both teams enter the game with 6-2 overall records and are looking to strengthen their positions in the College Football Playoff race. Alabama holds a slight edge in recent matchups, having won 13 of the last 15 games against LSU. The matchup is crucial for both squads as they vie for postseason berths. The winner will remain in contention, while the loser will face significant challenges moving forward.
- •Alabama is 6-2 overall, 4-2 in SEC play.
- •LSU is also 6-2, holding a 3-2 SEC record.
- •Alabama has won the last three matchups against LSU.
- •Game will be broadcast on ABC at 3:30 PM ET.
- •Both teams striving to stay relevant in CFP race.
- 5:36 AMYahoo Sports — Alabama vs LSU Prediction: The College Football Playoff Starts Now
"Alabama and LSU are both 6-2, and while this massive showdown isn't an SEC and CFP elimination game, yeah, it is. Here's the CFN preview and prediction.
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