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Georgia Holds No. 2 AP Ranking as Showdown with Alabama Looms

Georgia Holds No. 2 AP Ranking as Showdown with Alabama Looms

The Georgia Bulldogs have established themselves as a dominant force in college football this season, maintaining a perfect 5-0 record following a 38-14 victory over Vanderbilt. Head coach Kirby Smart characterized the win as "probably played the most complete game we've played so far" this year.

With the latest AP Poll released, Georgia holds steady at No. 2 nationally despite several shifts in the rankings. The Bulldogs boast impressive wins, including a 41-13 domination of Oklahoma in Week 4. Now, they turn their attention to a highly anticipated matchup against No. 6 Alabama on Saturday.

Both teams enter the game undefeated in SEC play at 3-0, and the winner will gain a crucial advantage in the race for the SEC championship. Georgia has been firing on all cylinders offensively and defensively, even while managing key injuries. Star running back Nate Frazier has been sidelined for the last two games.

The Bulldogs' upcoming test against the 5-0 Crimson Tide presents a chance to make a major statement. ESPN's "College GameDay" will be on hand for the Georgia at Alabama game, adding to the excitement.

Elsewhere in the AP Poll, Texas remains No. 1 but faces Oklahoma in the Red River Rivalry on Saturday. The SEC is well-represented in the top 10, with LSU, Alabama, and Mississippi joining Georgia. The full AP top-10 after Week 5 is: Texas, Georgia, Notre Dame, Miami (Fla.), Ohio State, Alabama, Indiana, BYU, Mississippi, and LSU.

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Originally reported by yahoo.