SEC Football Standings Shake Up After Week 7 Upsets

Several key matchups in the Southeastern Conference resulted in shifting standings and surprising outcomes today, headlined by Ole Miss remaining undefeated and Alabama’s narrow victory over Missouri.

The Ole Miss Rebels maintained their hold on the top spot in the SEC with a 24-21 win over Washington State, improving to 6-0 overall and 3-0 in conference play. Texas A&M also remains undefeated at 6-0, 3-0 in the SEC, after defeating Florida 34-17. Alabama narrowly escaped Columbia, Missouri with a 27-24 win, keeping their SEC record perfect at 3-0. A pivotal moment in Athens saw Georgia overcome Auburn 20-10, fueled by a game-changing forced fumble at the goal line; this win keeps the Bulldogs firmly in the championship conversation.

Elsewhere in the conference, LSU defeated South Carolina 20-10, significantly damaging the Gamecocks’ SEC title aspirations. Tennessee secured a 34-31 victory over Arkansas, extending their SEC winning streak to two games. The Red River Rivalry saw Texas dominate Oklahoma 23-6, a much-needed win for the Longhorns after a rocky start to the season. For a comprehensive look at college football rankings, visit the USA TODAY Sports college football rankings.

The updated SEC standings as of October 12, 2025 are as follows: Ole Miss (6-0, 3-0), Texas A&M (6-0, 3-0), Alabama (5-1, 3-0), Georgia (5-1, 3-1), LSU (5-1, 2-1), Tennessee (5-1, 2-1), Missouri (5-1, 1-1), Oklahoma (5-1, 1-1), Vanderbilt (5-1, 1-1), Texas (4-2, 1-1), Florida (2-4, 1-2), South Carolina (3-3, 1-3), Mississippi State (4-2, 0-2), Arkansas (2-4, 0-2), and Auburn (3-3, 0-3). Next week’s matchup between Ole Miss and Georgia is expected to have major implications for the SEC Championship game. You can find more information about the SEC on the official SEC website.

Conference officials stated they will continue to monitor game play and ensure fair competition as the season progresses.