Georgia football rose to No. 1 in the US LBM Coaches Poll following a 20-17 victory against Alabama on Saturday, according to a report published October 11. The Bulldogs moved up one spot in the rankings after Texas suffered a 27-24 upset in the Red River rivalry game in Dallas.
The Bulldogs earned 60 first-place votes in the latest poll. Other teams receiving first-place votes included Indiana with nine, Notre Dame with three, and Miami and Ohio State with one each. Following Georgia in the top five are Notre Dame, Miami, Indiana, and Ohio State. Alabama remains ranked at No. 7.
During the win against Alabama, quarterback Gunner Stockton recorded 249 passing yards, one passing touchdown, and one rushing touchdown. Dwight Phillips contributed a career-high 120 rushing yards on 17 carries. This victory marked Georgia's first win at Alabama since 2007.
Georgia, which is 6-0 and 4-0 in the SEC, was last ranked No. 1 in the coaches poll on Sept. 22, 2024. The team is scheduled to play rival Auburn on Saturday, Oct. 17, at 3:30 p.m. ET.
