Alabama Climbs to No. 8 in AP Poll After Florida State Win
Alabama rises two spots to No. 8 in the latest AP Top 25 after defeating Florida State 50-36. Here's what the latest ranking means for the Crimson Tide.
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Alabama Is Moving Up!
The are climbing the national rankings.
After a dramatic 50-36 victory over Florida State, Alabama moved up two spots to No. 8 in the latest AP Top 25 college football poll, released September 20, 2026. The Crimson Tide improved to 3-0 on the season.
For Alabama fans, the latest ranking adds even more excitement to an already unbeaten start.
From No. 10 to No. 8
Alabama entered the week ranked No. 10.
Following the win over Florida State, voters moved the Crimson Tide up to No. 8, putting Alabama back inside the AP Poll's top eight.
The jump came during a major week of movement throughout the rankings, with several highly ranked teams changing positions after Week 3.
Alabama's rise also keeps the Crimson Tide firmly among the nation's highest-ranked teams.
A Wild Comeback Against Florida State
The ranking movement followed a game that was anything but easy.
Alabama defeated Florida State 50-36 after overcoming a difficult start. The Crimson Tide eventually found its rhythm and pulled away to secure the victory at Bryant-Denny Stadium.
Quarterback Keelon Russell played a major role in the comeback, including a 57 yard rushing touchdown during the second half.
The victory kept Alabama undefeated and gave the Crimson Tide another important result early in the season.
Alabama Is Part of a Powerful SEC Presence
The latest AP Poll also highlights the strength of the Southeastern Conference.
The SEC has 10 teams ranked in the AP Top 25, including Alabama at No. 8. Texas sits at No. 1, Georgia at No. 2, Ole Miss at No. 4 and LSU at No. 10.
That means Alabama will have plenty of opportunities to strengthen its résumé as the season continues.
What's Next for Alabama
The Crimson Tide now turn their attention toward the next challenge.
Alabama is scheduled to host South Carolina on September 26, giving the team another opportunity to build on its unbeaten start.
With the Crimson Tide sitting at 3-0 and ranked No. 8 nationally, every upcoming game will attract plenty of attention.
The Tide Are Climbing
Alabama's latest AP Poll move tells the story of a team continuing to rise.
No. 10 - No. 8.
3-0 record.
50-36 win over Florida State.
The season is still young, but the Crimson Tide have already given their fans plenty to talk about.
How high can Alabama climb next?
The answer will come on the field, one game at a time.