Alabama Ranked No. 10 In Latest AP Poll, Playoff Hopes Hanging On The Iron Bowl

Alabama football remains at No. 10 in the latest AP Top 25 poll as the regular season nears its conclusion. The Crimson Tide must secure a victory against Auburn on Saturday to maintain their hopes of entering the College Football Playoff. Ohio State continues to lead the poll, holding the No. 1 spot with 58 first-place votes. Indiana is ranked No. 2 with seven first-place votes, while Texas A&M takes the No. 3 position with one first-place vote, followed by Georgia, Oregon, and Ole Miss.

Alabama's ranking reflects both national respect and concerns over their inconsistent performances this season. The team's offense has shown potential, especially in passing, but issues with turnovers and kicking have been problematic. The defense, however, has shown improvement and may be crucial in their upcoming game.

The Iron Bowl against Auburn is critical for Alabama's postseason aspirations. Historically a season-defining game, the matchup in Jordan-Hare Stadium presents a significant challenge, as Auburn