Alabama rises to number 12 in latest AP college football poll
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Sep 8, 2026, 6:15 PM
Last updated Sep 8, 2026
Alabama climbed one spot to No. 12 in the AP Poll released Tuesday following a 48-10 victory over East Carolina. The Crimson Tide opened the 2026 season with a dominant home performance, holding a 38-7 halftime lead. Quarterback Keelon Russell led the offense while the defense limited East Carolina to five first downs and prevented any third-down conversions. Alabama now holds a 1-0 record entering the second week of the season. The team transitions to SEC play for its next contest. Alabama travels to Lexington to face the Kentucky Wildcats this Saturday, September 12.
- •Alabama ranks No. 12 in the latest AP Poll.
- •The team holds a 1-0 record after defeating East Carolina 48-10.
- •The defense held East Carolina to 0-of-9 on third-down attempts.
- •Alabama faces the Kentucky Wildcats in Lexington on September 12.
- 6:15 PMYahoo Sports — Alabama's AP Poll ranking revealed following win vs. East Carolina
"Alabama jumped a spot in Tuesday's latest AP Poll following a dominant Week 1 win at home over East Carolina.
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