Idle dates and two expected victories kept the top four spots in the SEC Power Rankings static this week. Alabama , Texas A&M, Georgia and Ole Miss are the biggest threats to reach the SEC title game. But it's worth a reminder that Texas still has just one SEC loss, and appears to be pulling itself together. Meanwhile, Mississippi State won its first SEC game under Jeff Lebby. Onto the rankings!

1. Alabama (7-1)

Last week : 1

This week : vs. LSU

What to know: The SEC hasn't cooled off Ty Simpson. LSU hopes a week off has.

2. Texas A&M (8-0)

Last week : 2

This week : at Missouri

What to know: The last time A&M was 8-0, R.C. Slocum was coach and George H. W. Bush was President.

3. Georgia (7-1)

Last week : 3

This week : at Mississippi State

What to know: Georgia

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