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Alabama remains undefeated while Florida falters against Missouri

Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Oct 5, 2026, 3:52 PM

Last updated Oct 5, 2026

Alabama remains undefeated while Florida falters against Missouri

Summary

In SEC Week 5 action, Alabama continued its strong season with a convincing performance against Mississippi State, moving to 5-0. The Crimson Tide's quarterback, Keelon Russell, showcased impressive skills, while the defense stifled the Bulldogs. Conversely, Florida's College Football Playoff aspirations suffered a significant blow with a loss to Missouri, exposing weaknesses in their defense after allowing 560 total yards. The Gators' inconsistency leaves uncertainty for their upcoming SEC matchups, including games against Georgia and Texas.

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By the Numbers

•Alabama improves to 5-0 after defeating Mississippi State.
•Keelon Russell excels as the quarterback for Alabama.
•Florida's loss to Missouri raises concerns about their defense.
•Florida's playoff hopes dim with tough opponents ahead.
•Missouri's victory marks a signature win for Eli Drinkwitz.

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3:52 PMYahoo Sports — SEC Week Five Takeaways: Alabama is for real, Florida CFP hopes slip

What they're saying

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Here's what we learned about the SEC in Week 5. Alabama looks like a machine. Florida's CFP hopes took a hit. LSU just wants to stay healthy.
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