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[Volanta]

Quick questions, how does the SEC ranking system work now that there are no east and west divisions? I believe it’s just the two highest ranked teams will face off in the SEC championship game, correct?

With the new SEC format and playoff system, who should we root for and against in tonight's game? Since LSU is in our conference and ranked higher than us, we should probably root for them to lose. A loss would not only help our ranking but also keep another potential SEC playoff team from taking our spot in the hunt for the SEC title. Plus, I really can't stand Brian Kelly.

 

[jaguinn5]

In-conference record. Whoever wins the most SEC games plays for the SEC championship. Support whoever tonight. Has no bearing on SEC play.

 

[ntxVOL]

Non-conference games mean nothing as far as conference standings. End of season ranking is based off of conference record. There are a series of tie breakers in case of a tie.

 

[Volanta]

Thanks yall! Well I still can’t stand Brian Kelly and a ranked 13 team going down helps the vols considering fsu lost and they were 10 and then Clemson being 14 lost.

 

[Volador]

Full explanation coming....

Soon!!

 

[jaguinn5]

Thanks yall! Well I still can’t stand Brian Kelly and a ranked 13 team going down helps the vols considering fsu lost and they were 10 and then Clemson being 14 lost.

It would help us in the rankings, but it wouldn't have any impact on SEC championships.

 

[WillisWG]

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[Volanta]

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Thank you kindly

 

[vol94fan]

Im ranking Vols #1 after watching the Chattanooga game.

 

[Brave Volunteer]

Non-conference games mean nothing as far as conference standings. End of season ranking is based off of conference record. There are a series of tie breakers in case of a tie.

This is why I think the SEC needs to move to a 9 game conference schedule. There aren't enough opportunities for teams to cancel each other out.