LSU football drops to No. 22 in Coaches Poll after Alabama loss
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Nov 8, 2026, 6:18 PM
Last updated Nov 8, 2026

LSU football experienced a setback after losing to Alabama, resulting in a drop to No. 22 in the US LBM Coaches Poll. The Tigers, now 6-3 this season, fell seven spots, marking their lowest ranking this year. Georgia reclaimed the top spot following a strong win over Ole Miss, while Miami fell to No. 6 after losing to Notre Dame. LSU's remaining schedule includes matchups against ranked opponents Texas and Tennessee, making their path to the College Football Playoff challenging. Winning out is deemed crucial for LSU to retain any playoff hopes.
- •LSU is 6-3 after losing to Alabama.
- •Georgia is ranked No. 1 after defeating Ole Miss.
- •Miami dropped to No. 6 after losing to Notre Dame.
- •LSU faces Texas and Tennessee next in ranked matchups.
- •This is LSU's lowest ranking of the season.
- 6:18 PMYahoo Sports — Where LSU football ranks in US LBM Coaches Poll after Alabama loss
"LSU football took a hit in the US LBM Coaches Poll rankings. Here's where the Tigers sit after a blowout loss to Alabama.
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