Alabama ranked No. 1 in College Football Playoff resume rankings
CBS Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Nov 12, 2026, 3:54 PM
Last updated Nov 12, 2026

As of November 12, Alabama holds the top position in the College Football Playoff resume rankings. The Crimson Tide's current resume score is 2.70, bolstered by a notable win at No. 6 LSU. However, Alabama's remaining schedule includes relatively easy opponents, which could limit its ability to enhance its standing. Other SEC teams, including Kentucky, Utah, and Georgia, are positioned to improve their own resumes in the coming weeks, putting pressure on Alabama's grip on the No. 1 spot. Alabama recently ranked No. 3 in the official CFP Rankings and will face No. 70 Vanderbilt, Chattanooga, and No. 38 Auburn in its final games.
- •Alabama ranked No. 1 in resume rankings with a score of 2.70.
- •The Crimson Tide's last three games are against lesser-ranked opponents.
- •Kentucky is positioned at No. 2 in resume rankings with a score of 2.35.
- •Utah, currently undefeated, ranks third with a score of 2.29.
- •Alabama needs impactful wins to maintain its CFP position.
- 3:54 PMCBS Sports — College Football Playoff resume rankings: Alabama is No. 1, but how long can it last?
"The Crimson Tide are in a unique schedule position compared to the rest of the SEC
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