College Football Playoff rankings set for first release on Nov. 3

The College Football Playoff rankings will debut on Nov. 3 at 7 p.m. ET, broadcast on ESPN. While Tennessee football ranks 17th in the coaches poll and 16th in the AP poll, they may move into the top 15 depending on the outcomes of today's games. The Vols hold a 6-2 record with a notable win against Alabama earlier this month and have remaining matchups against Kentucky and LSU in November. After the initial release, subsequent rankings will be revealed on Nov. 10, Nov. 17, Nov. 24, Dec. 1, and Dec. 6.

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