AP Poll top 25 rankings after Week 7, where Tennessee football ranks

Week 7 of the 2026 college football season has concluded. Tennessee (6-1, 3-1 SEC) defeated Alabama (5-2, 3-2 SEC), 26-10, in Week 7. "Just want to start by saying thanks to our fans," Tennessee head coach Josh Heupel said after defeating Alabama. "I knew it would be, but elite atmosphere. Part of t

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Week 7 of the 2026 college football season has concluded.

Tennessee (6-1, 3-1 SEC) defeated Alabama (5-2, 3-2 SEC), 26-10, in Week 7.

"Just want to start by saying thanks to our fans," Tennessee head coach Josh Heupel said after defeating Alabama. "I knew it would be, but elite atmosphere. Part of the game for four quarters. Phenomenal atmosphere. Great win. Defense, suffocating. Elite performance. Really proud of those guys. They handled adversity, sudden change extremely well. Great performance by them

"As a team, found a way to win against a good football team. Really proud of our guys, so enjoy this one tonight and then start getting better tomorrow."

Tennessee is ranked No. 11 in the AP Poll entering Week 8. The entire AP Poll top 25 rankings

can be viewed here.

The Vols are also ranked No. 11 in the US LBM Coaches Poll.

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