AP Top 25 Poll

#6 Georgia Bulldogs

2023

Overall Record

12-1

Last Game

vs Alabama L 24-27

Conference Record

8-1

Next Game

@Florida State 12/30/2023

Georgia head coach Kirby Smart, left, and Alabama head coach Nick Saban, right, walk after the Southeastern Conference championship NCAA college football game in Atlanta, Saturday, Dec. 2, 2023. (AP Photo/Brynn Anderson)

SEC Signing Day: Georgia grabs top class after five-star flip, followed by Alabama

Southeastern Conference powers Georgia and Alabama have landed the nation’s top two recruiting classes.

Georgia head coach Kirby Smart talks to players during the first half of the Southeastern Conference championship NCAA college football game against Alabama in Atlanta, Saturday, Dec. 2, 2023. (AP Photo/John Bazemore)

Signing day: Georgia has top class after 5-star flip; Ohio State sigh of relief on No. 1 player

Florida State linebacker Kalen DeLoach (4) celebrates with defensive lineman Patrick Payton (11) after he intercepted a Florida pass late in the second half of an NCAA college football game Saturday, Nov. 25, 2023, in Gainesville, Fla. (AP Photo/John Raoux)

Florida State players and coaches are still hurting as they refocus on trying to stay unbeaten

Georgia quarterback Carson Beck (15) is tackled by Georgia Tech linebacker Kyle Efford (44) during the first half of an NCAA college football game, Saturday, Nov. 25, 2023, in Atlanta. (AP Photo/John Bazemore)

Georgia quarterback Carson Beck announces he’s returning for 2024 season

Ohio State quarterback Kyle McCord throws during the first half of an NCAA college football game against Michigan, Saturday, Nov. 25, 2023, in Ann Arbor, Mich. (AP Photo/Carlos Osorio)

Former Ohio State quarterback Kyle McCord commits to transfer to Syracuse and new coach Fran Brown

FILE - This is a photo of of the Minnesota Vikings NFL football team. This image reflects the Minnesota Vikings active roster as of Friday, June 16, 2023. Ex-NFL assistant Chris Rumph was hired as Clemson's defensive ends coach and quickly started as the Tigers prepare to play Kentucky in the Gator Bowl .(AP Photo/File)

New Clemson assistants Luke and Rumph hit the ground running for bowl-bound Tigers

Matt Luke and Chris Rumph have hit the ground running since being hired as Clemson’s newest assistant coaches this month.

Alabama quarterback Jalen Milroe (4) holds up the most valuable player trophy after the Southeastern Conference championship NCAA college football game against Georgia in Atlanta, Saturday, Dec. 2, 2023. (AP Photo/Mike Stewart)

Alabama’s Milroe, Georgia’s Beck and Oregon’s Gabriel will head into 2024 with Heisman Trophy hype

The Heisman Trophy race is looking wide open for 2024. Three of the four finalist this year, including winner Jayden Daniels of LSU, are out of eligibility.

Southern California wide receiver Brenden Rice, right, runs in the end zone for a touchdown as UCLA defensive back Alex Johnson watches during the first half of an NCAA college football game, Saturday, Nov. 18, 2023, in Los Angeles. (AP Photo/Ryan Sun)

USC WR Brenden Rice declares for NFL draft; Georgia WR-PR Mekhi Mews enters transfer portal

Southern California receiver Brenden Rice will forgo his final season of eligibility and enter the NFL draft.

Fran Brown introduced as Syracuse football coach

Fran Brown has been formally introduced as the 31st coach of the Syracuse football team. Former Orange basketball coach Jim Boeheim, and Syracuse staff, faculty, coaches, alumni and former players packed the team’s football auditorium to meet the coach succeeding Dino Babers, who was fired with one

Alabama linebacker Dallas Turner (15) celebrates after taking down Georgia offense during the second half of the Southeastern Conference championship NCAA college football game in Atlanta, Saturday, Dec. 2, 2023. (AP Photo/Mike Stewart)

AP names LSU’s Daniels unanimous SEC offensive player of year; Watson named top defensive player

LSU quarterback Jayden Daniels is the unanimous pick as the Associated Press’s Southeastern Conference offensive player of the year.

Florida State celebrates after defeating Louisville in the Atlantic Coast Conference championship NCAA college football game Saturday, Dec. 2, 2023, in Charlotte, N.C. (AP Photo/Erik Verduzco)

The Orange Bowl is for the snubbed. Florida State and Georgia will square off Dec. 30 ahead of CFP

Florida State won every game this season. Georgia won 29 in a row including back-to-back national championships, then lost by a field goal.

Florida State defensive lineman Jared Verse reacts after a play during the second half of the team's Atlantic Coast Conference championship NCAA college football game against Louisville, Saturday, Dec. 2, 2023, in Charlotte, N.C. (AP Photo/Erik Verduzco)

Unbeaten ACC champion Florida State to face SEC’s Georgia in Orange Bowl

No. 4 Florida State will face No. 6 Georgia in the Orange Bowl on Dec. 30. The Seminoles had to settle for this after missing a trip to the College Football Playoff following an unbeaten season and Atlantic Coast Conference title.

Michigan head coach Jim Harbaugh celebrates after the Big Ten championship NCAA college football game against Iowa, Saturday, Dec. 2, 2023, in Indianapolis. Michigan won 26-0. (AP Photo/AJ Mast)

AP Top 25: Michigan is No. 1 for first time in 26 seasons, Georgia’s streak on top ends at 24 weeks

Michigan is No. 1 in The Associated Press college football poll for the first time since its won its last the national championship in 1997, and Georgia slipped to No. 6 after its 29-game winning streak was snapped by Alabama.

Alabama celebrates after the Southeastern Conference championship NCAA college football game against Georgia in Atlanta, Saturday, Dec. 2, 2023. (AP Photo/Brynn Anderson)

No. 8 Alabama ends 29-game win streak for No. 1 Georgia, winning SEC title game 27-24

ATLANTA (AP) — Alabama is again the top dog in the Southeastern Conference — and perhaps headed to the College Football Playoff — after ending Georgia’s 29-game winning streak with a 27-24 victory over the No. 1 Bulldogs in the SEC championship game Saturday.

Georgia head coach Kirby Smart, and Alabama head coach Nick Saban meet after the Southeastern Conference championship NCAA college football game in Atlanta, Saturday, Dec. 2, 2023. (AP Photo/John Bazemore)

Kirby Smart says ‘no question’ Georgia belongs in College Football Playoff after loss to Alabama

Georgia coach Kirby Smart challenged the College Football Playoff selection committee to believe what that see when judging his No. 1 Bulldogs following the end of their 29-game winning streak.

Alabama quarterback Jalen Milroe (4) holds up the most valuable player trophy after the Southeastern Conference championship NCAA college football game against Georgia in Atlanta, Saturday, Dec. 2, 2023. (AP Photo/Mike Stewart)

No. 8 Alabama knocks off No. 1 Georgia 27-24 for SEC title. Both teams await postseason fate

Alabama is again top dog in the Southeastern Conference — and perhaps headed to the College Football Playoff.

Georgia head coach Kirby Smart walk onto the field before the Southeastern Conference championship NCAA college football game in Atlanta, Saturday, Dec. 2, 2023. (AP Photo/John Bazemore)

No. 1 Georgia bolstered by return of Bowers, Ratledge, McConkey from injuries

Georgia tight end Brock Bowers and right guard Tate Ratledge have returned from injuries to start for the No. 1 Bulldogs against No. 8 Alabama in the Southeastern Conference championship game.

Georgia head coach Kirby Smart watches his players warm up before an NCAA college football game against Tennessee, Saturday, Nov. 18, 2023, in Knoxville, Tenn. (AP Photo/Wade Payne)

Column: Georgia already in rarified territory, with a shot to be the best ever

The Georgia Bulldogs are already in rarified territory. With three more victories, they’ll have every right to call themselves the greatest team in college football history.

Alabama head coach Nick Saban reacts to a call during the first half of an NCAA college football game against Auburn Saturday, Nov. 25, 2023, in Auburn, Ala. (AP Photo/Butch Dill)

Could the mighty SEC possibly miss the College Football Playoff for the first time?

The Southeastern Conference is the only league to claim a spot — sometimes two spots — in every College Football Playoff. And the SEC hasn’t just participated.

Alabama quarterback Jalen Milroe celebrates as he walks off the field after defeating Auburn in an NCAA college football game Saturday, Nov. 25, 2023, in Auburn, Ala. (AP Photo/Butch Dill)

No. 1 Georgia goes for 30th straight win, faces No. 8 Alabama in SEC title game

No. 1 Georgia will be going for its 30th straight victory and a likely top seed in the College Football Playoff when the Bulldogs face No. 8 Alabama in the Southeastern Conference championship game.

Georgia head coach Kirby Smart yells to linebacker Chaz Chambliss (32)during the first half of an NCAA college football game against Georgia Tech, Saturday, Nov. 25, 2023, in Atlanta. (AP Photo/John Bazemore)

No. 1 Georgia is top dog and looking to stay there as it faces No. 8 Alabama for SEC title

When Kirby Smart returned to his alma mater as head coach, Alabama was the top dog in college football. Now, the roles are reversed.

Georgia quarterback Carson Beck (15) throws to a receiver as he's pressured by Tennessee defensive back Brandon Turnage (8) during the first half of an NCAA college football game Saturday, Nov. 18, 2023, in Knoxville, Tenn. (AP Photo/Wade Payne)

Georgia’s Beck, Alabama’s Milroe lead teams to SEC title game after replacing big-name QBs

Georgia quarterback Carson Beck and Alabama’s Jalen Milroe have led their teams into the Southeastern Conference championship game after replacing big-name stars.

Florida State linebacker Kalen DeLoach (4) celebrates with defensive lineman Patrick Payton (11) after he intercepted a Florida pass late in the second half of an NCAA college football game Saturday, Nov. 25, 2023, in Gainesville, Fla. (AP Photo/John Raoux)

Conference championships critical for College Football Playoff in last 4-team bracket

There’s been a love-hate relationship with conference championship games historically. This is a year to love the games that have occasionally been knocked for being a money grab, putting unbeaten teams at risk if they slip up against a lesser opponent and being a tough sell for fans.

Syracuse hires Georgia assistant Fran Brown as football coach

Syracuse has hired Georgia defensive backs coach Fran Brown as its head coach, giving the Orange a highly regarded recruiter with roots in the Northeast.

Syracuse interim head coach Nunzio Campanile, second from front left, stands with defensive back Isaiah Johnson, front left, as offensive lineman Mark Petry (72) holds a sign for former coach Dino Babers after their win over Wake Forest in an NCAA college football game in Syracuse, N.Y., Saturday, Nov. 25, 2023. Campanile took over for Babers who was fired earlier in the week. (AP Photo/Adrian Kraus)

Syracuse in talks with Georgia assistant Fran Brown to be next Orange head coach, AP sources say

Syracuse is in discussions with Georgia assistant Fran Brown to be its next head coach, according to two people with knowledge of the situation.

Alabama quarterback Jalen Milroe (4) celebrates after an NCAA college football game against Auburn, Saturday, Nov. 25, 2023, in Auburn, Ala. (AP Photo/Vasha Hunt)

No. 1 Georgia, No. 8 Alabama follow different paths to SEC Championship Game

Alabama’s national championship hopes came down to fourth-and-31 with a loss and more than a few close calls along the way.

Georgia running back Kendall Milton (2) runs for a touchdown during the first half of an NCAA college football game against Georgia Tech, Saturday, Nov. 25, 2023, in Atlanta. (AP Photo/John Bazemore)

Milton runs for 156 yards and 2 TDs, No. 1 Georgia holds off Georgia Tech 31-23

Kendall Milton ran for a career-high 156 yards and two touchdowns and No. 1 Georgia held on late to beat Georgia Tech 31-23 and cap its third consecutive undefeated regular season with its sixth straight win in the state rivalry.

Clemson defensive end Xavier Thomas (3) pressures North Carolina quarterback Drake Maye (10) during the first half of an NCAA college football game Saturday, Nov. 18, 2023, in Clemson, S.C. (AP Photo/Jacob Kupferman)

UNC-NC State rivalry and FSU’s QB pivot headline the ACC slate to end the regular season

Rivals North Carolina and North Carolina State meet in the game of the week as the Atlantic Coast Conference closes its regular-season slate.

Alabama head coach Nick Saban yells to his team during the second half of an NCAA college football game against Chattanooga, Saturday, Nov. 18, 2023, in Tuscaloosa, Ala. (AP Photo/Vasha Hunt)

Iron Bowl between No. 8 Alabama-Auburn headlines final week of SEC regular season

It’s hard to top the Iron Bowl in the SEC’s final week of the regular season, no matter how many other traditional rivalries are taking place.

Missouri quarterback Brady Cook (12) and running back Cody Schrader (7) celebrate with teammates following an NCAA college football game against Florida Saturday, Nov. 18, 2023, in Columbia, Mo. Missouri won 33-31. (AP Photo/Jeff Roberson)

Missouri and Tide rise, Georgia stays on top as SEC winds down regular season

The Southeastern Conference entered the final week of the regular season with two playoff contenders, two teams already seeking new head coaches and one of the leading Heisman Trophy candidates.

Georgia running back Kendall Milton (2) is congratulated by offensive lineman Earnest Greene III (71) after scoring a touchdown during the second half of an NCAA college football game against Tennessee, Saturday, Nov. 18, 2023, in Knoxville, Tenn. (AP Photo/Wade Payne)

No. 1 Georgia looks to cap another perfect regular season against Georgia Tech

No. 1 Georgia will be playing to wrap up its third consecutive unbeaten regular season when it plays rival Georgia Tech.

Georgia Tech coach Brent Key watches during the first half of the team's NCAA college football game against Syracuse, Saturday, Nov. 18, 2023, in Atlanta. (AP Photo/Hakim Wright Sr.)

Dominant Georgia puts 28-game winning streak, bragging rights on the line against Georgia Tech

Brent Key has led Georgia Tech to becoming bowl eligible for the first time since 2018 in his first full season as coach. Now comes a bigger challenge.

Washington quarterback Michael Penix Jr. (9) dodges Oregon State linebacker Easton Mascarenas-Arnold (5) during the first half of an NCAA college football game Saturday, Nov. 18, 2023, in Corvallis, Ore. (AP Photo/Mark Ylen)

Washington jumps Florida State to move into College Football Playoff position. Georgia still on top

Washington moved ahead of Florida State and into College Football Playoff position, coming in fourth in the latest rankings.

Georgia quarterback Carson Beck (15) looks for a receiver during the first half of an NCAA college football game against Tennessee, Saturday, Nov. 18, 2023, in Knoxville, Tenn. (AP Photo/Wade Payne)

AP Top 25 Takeaways: No. 1 Georgia vs. the field; season-changing injury for No. 4 Florida State

This season college football fans have been told it’s Ohio against the World, Michigan vs. Everybody, Oregon vs. Them, etc. etc. Two weeks before College Football Playoff selection Sunday, really it is Georgia against the field.

Georgia quarterback Carson Beck (15) throws to a receiver during warmups before an NCAA college football game against Tennessee, Saturday, Nov. 18, 2023, in Knoxville, Tenn. (AP Photo/Wade Payne)

Beck throws for 298 yards, 3 TDs to lead No. 1 Georgia over No. 21 Tennessee 38-10

Carson Beck threw for 298 yards and three touchdowns to lead No. 1 Georgia over No. 21 Tennessee 38-10.