Texas and Georgia top SEC football power rankings ahead of 2026 season
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Aug 6, 2026, 4:44 PM
Last updated Aug 6, 2026
SEC football teams are preparing for the 2026 season after fall camp commenced. Texas and Georgia are positioned at the top of the power rankings, with a strong contingent of contenders such as Alabama and Oklahoma following closely. The SEC has five or six teams that could be in contention for a national title, motivated by the Big Ten's recent successes. Teams like Arkansas and Mississippi State are looking to improve after struggling last season, while others like Auburn and Florida are adjusting to new coaching staff. The rankings reflect optimism and potential for several teams as they aim for postseason play.
- •Fall camp started this week for SEC teams.
- •Texas and Georgia lead the power rankings.
- •Arkansas, Mississippi State, and Kentucky rank at the bottom.
- •Auburn and Florida have new head coaches for the season.
- •Teams like Alabama and Oklahoma aim to improve after last season.
- 4:44 PMYahoo Sports — SEC football power rankings ahead of 2026 — Texas, Georgia lead the way
"The SEC hopes to show it can win another national title, and there are five or six teams that could do it.
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