Tennessee Football Ranked 10th After Loss

The latest College Football Playoff rankings have placed Tennessee at No. 11 after their loss to Georgia, marking them as the first team out of the 12-team bracket projection. With an 8-2 record, Tennessee will host UTEP in their final home game before facing Vanderbilt on November 30. Meanwhile, LSU is preparing for a crucial game against Vanderbilt after a tough stretch, with head coach Brian Kelly emphasizing the need for improvement. LSU is favored to win the matchup, with ESPN's Football Power Index giving them a 71% chance of success. Tennessee's playoff odds have dropped, with betting markets indicating they need help from other teams to secure a playoff spot, as they currently sit fifth among SEC teams. The playoff picture suggests that the SEC will likely have multiple representatives, requiring Tennessee to outperform rivals like Alabama and Ole Miss to advance.