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Greg McElroy omits SEC teams from his top five college football rankings

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Last updated Aug 12, 2026

Greg McElroy omits SEC teams from his top five college football rankings

Summary

On August 12, former Alabama quarterback Greg McElroy released his preseason top 10 college football rankings on his podcast 'Always College Football.', while he included five SEC teams in his top 10, none made his top five. McElroy ranks Georgia as the best SEC team, placing them at No. 6 overall, behind Miami, Oregon, Indiana, Notre Dame, and Ohio State. He praised Georgia's consistency and high floor for the upcoming season but expressed concerns about their offensive explosiveness after losing key receivers. The rankings highlight a shift in expectations for SEC teams as they prepare for the season ahead.

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•McElroy's top 10 includes five SEC teams but none in the top five.
•Georgia is ranked No. 6, behind Miami, Oregon, Indiana, Notre Dame, and Ohio State.
•McElroy highlights Georgia's strong defense and backfield for 2026.
•Concerns exist over Georgia's offensive explosiveness due to receiver losses.
•McElroy emphasizes the unpredictability of season-ending rankings.

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