Alabama ranked No. 3 in CFP despite two losses, faces SEC bias claims

Alabama moved up to No. 3 in the College Football Playoff rankings as of November 11, 2026, despite having two losses. This ranking places Alabama ahead of unbeaten UCLA and Tennessee, whom they lost to earlier in the season. Critics, including fans and media, have expressed concern over perceived SEC bias, pointing to a lack of consistency regarding head-to-head matchups. Selection committee chair Hunter Yurachek defended Alabama's ranking based on the quality of their victories and strength of schedule data. The Crimson Tide will need to perform well in upcoming games against Vanderbilt and Auburn to secure their playoff position.

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