An opinion column published on November 8, 2026, by Danny Fisher on Yahoo Sports argues that the Alabama Crimson Tide should be moved down in the College Football Playoff rankings despite their victory over LSU. The piece, titled "The Case for Moving Alabama Down in CFP Rankings After Victorious Game vs. LSU," presents reasoning for a ranking adjustment following the win.
The article references Alabama's College Football Playoff quarterfinal matchup against the Indiana Hoosiers at the Rose Bowl on January 1, 2026, where head coach Kalen DeBoer led the team. The author suggests that the performance against LSU may not warrant maintaining the team's current playoff position.
