The Georgia Bulldogs returned to No. 1 in the College Football Playoff’s second ranking of the 2026 season, released Wednesday, November 11, 2026. The Utah Utes rose to No. 2, followed by the Alabama Crimson Tide and UCLA Bruins.
Georgia rushed for 217 yards on 42 carries in a 27–8 win over the Florida Gators and gained 295 yards on 48 attempts in a 42–7 road victory against the Ole Miss Rebels. Bulldogs head coach Kirby Smart called the approach an “anaconda effect” designed to wear down opposing defenses. Tailback Nate Frazier, returning from a rib injury, rushed for 107 yards against Ole Miss. Dwight Phillips Jr. appears ready to break a long run at any moment, according to The Associated Press.
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The Utah Utes rank among the nation’s top 12 in rushing offense and top 25 in rushing defense. Quarterback Devon Dampier scored two touchdowns through the air, two on the ground, and caught a 29-yard pass in a win over the BYU Cougars. His all-around performance has raised Utah’s offensive ceiling beyond its traditionally balanced profile.
The Alabama Crimson Tide’s offense centers on 19-year-old first-year starter Keelon Russell. He has thrown for 18 touchdowns and five interceptions while adding 276 rushing yards and five rushing scores.
The UCLA Bruins are 9–0 despite losing their starting quarterback for the season. Their defense ranks in the top 20 nationally in rushing defense, passing defense, and scoring defense. Over the past six games, UCLA has allowed 9.2 points per game. The Bruins have held opponents scoreless in the touchdown column three times and lead the country with 27 forced turnovers. This defensive performance comes in the first season for head coach Bob Chesney, defensive coordinator Colin Hitschler, and 20 transferred defensive players.
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