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Alabama's SEC Championship: Playoff Fate Hangs in Balance
12/3/2025
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Story summary
- The 2025 College Football Playoff rankings are under scrutiny because Alabama Crimson Tide's SEC Championship performance could affect numerous bowl matchups.
- If Alabama defeats Georgia, only Alabama's ranking changes.
- A close loss may keep Alabama in the playoff, but a significant defeat could drop them, potentially enabling Miami or BYU Cougars.
- Michigan would face Texas in the Citrus Bowl, and BYU Cougars would likely play USC in the Alamo Bowl.
