“Shocking Upsets and Rising Stars: Who Claimed the Top Spot in SEC Football After Week 12?”

"Shocking Upsets and Rising Stars: Who Claimed the Top Spot in SEC Football After Week 12?"

As we dive into the whirlwind of Week 12 in college football, it’s clear that the Southeastern Conference (SEC) has delivered yet another thrilling chapter in this gripping season. Four teams—Ole Miss, Mississippi State, Oklahoma, and Vanderbilt—took a breather this week, setting the stage for some explosive matchups. Among the highlights, the clash between No. 4 Tennessee (8-2, 5-2 SEC) and No. 10 Georgia (8-2, 6-2 SEC) not only lived up to the hype but also saw the Bulldogs seize victory with a 31-17 score at their home turf, Sanford Stadium. Meanwhile, the intense showdown between No. 21 Missouri and No. 23 South Carolina kept fans on the edge of their seats, culminating in a nail-biting 34-30 win for the Gamecocks. This week also brings us fresh power rankings from Vols Wire, reflecting the ever-changing landscape of SEC football. Ready for an in-depth analysis? Let’s unpack these developments and their implications for the remaining weeks of the season! LEARN MORE

Nov. 23 at Auburn

LSU lost its third straight game on Saturday. The Tigers have not won since Oct. 19 at Arkansas. LSU will host Vanderbilt and Oklahoma to end regular-season play.Nov. 23 VANDERBILTOct. 19 at Texas (W, 30-15)Oct. 26 Open date

Jeff Lebby. Tennessee Volunteers versus Mississippi State Bulldogs football at Neyland Stadium on November 9, 2024. Photo by Dan Harralson, Vols WireJeff Lebby. Tennessee Volunteers versus Mississippi State Bulldogs football at Neyland Stadium on November 9, 2024. Photo by Dan Harralson, Vols Wire

Vanderbilt had its second and final open date during the regular-season. The Commodores will play at LSU and host Tennessee to conclude regular-season play. Vanderbilt is bowl eligible for the first time since 2018.

*Home games are uppercase

Oct 26, 2024; Starkville, Mississippi, USA;Arkansas Razorbacks head coach Sam Pittman speaks during a timeout during the first quarter of the game against the Mississippi State Bulldogs at Davis Wade Stadium at Scott Field. Mandatory Credit: Matt Bush-Imagn Images
Sept. 21 TENNESSEE (L, 25-15)Nov. 30 at Clemson
Photo by Dan Harralson, Vols Wire
Nov. 16 at Arkansas (W, 20-10)Sept. 1 vs. USC (L, 27-20 — Las Vegas, Nevada)Sept. 14 at South Carolina (W, 36-33)Sept. 14 at South Carolina (W, 36-33)Sept. 14 at South Carolina (W, 36-33)Sept. 14 at South Carolina (W, 36-33)Sept. 14 at South Carolina (W, 36-33)
Nov 16, 2024; Athens, Georgia, USA; Georgia Bulldogs tight end Oscar Delp (4) catches a ball for a touchdown against the Tennessee Volunteers in the second quarter at Sanford Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Brett Davis-Imagn Images
Nov 16, 2024; Athens, Georgia, USA; Georgia Bulldogs tight end Oscar Delp (4) catches a ball for a touchdown against the Tennessee Volunteers in the second quarter at Sanford Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Brett Davis-Imagn Images
Nov 16, 2024; Athens, Georgia, USA; Georgia Bulldogs tight end Oscar Delp (4) catches a ball for a touchdown against the Tennessee Volunteers in the second quarter at Sanford Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Brett Davis-Imagn Images

1. Georgia Bulldogs (8-2, 6-2 SEC)

Nov 16, 2024; Athens, Georgia, USA; Georgia Bulldogs tight end Oscar Delp (4) catches a ball for a touchdown against the Tennessee Volunteers in the second quarter at Sanford Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Brett Davis-Imagn ImagesNov 16, 2024; Athens, Georgia, USA; Georgia Bulldogs tight end Oscar Delp (4) catches a ball for a touchdown against the Tennessee Volunteers in the second quarter at Sanford Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Brett Davis-Imagn Images
Nov 16, 2024; Athens, Georgia, USA; Georgia Bulldogs tight end Oscar Delp (4) catches a ball for a touchdown against the Tennessee Volunteers in the second quarter at Sanford Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Brett Davis-Imagn Images
Sept. 7 SOUTH FLORIDA (W, 42-16)Oct. 12 VANDERBILT (L, 20-13)

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