The loss by Georgia propelled the No. 5 Alabama Crimson Tide to the top spot in the SEC standings with a 9-1 record. The Crimson Tide defeated the Mississippi State Bulldogs 30-6 in a dominant display of offensive and defensive prowess.

“This is a major upset that will have a ripple effect across the SEC,” said ESPN analyst Kirk Herbstreit. “Florida played inspired football, and Georgia made some uncharacteristic mistakes. Alabama is now in the driver’s seat for the conference title.”

Georgia had held the No. 1 ranking since the start of the season, winning their first nine games by an average margin of 28 points. The Bulldogs were considered a heavy favorite against Florida, who entered the matchup with a 6-3 record.

The upset has implications for the College Football Playoff (CFP). Georgia’s loss opens the door for other contenders, including Alabama, Tennessee, and LSU, to make a late push for a berth in the CFP semifinals.

Other notable results in the SEC this week saw Tennessee defeat Kentucky 34-23 and LSU edge out Arkansas 27-24 in double overtime. These victories put both teams in contention for the SEC East and West divisions’ titles.

The upset has been met with a mix of shock and excitement from fans and media members. Georgia’s loss has sparked a lively debate about the weakness of their remaining schedule and their ability to bounce back.

Alabama will travel to Ole Miss next week, while Georgia faces a tough test against Missouri. The outcome of these games will further shape the SEC standings and the race for the CFP. The SEC Championship Game is scheduled for December 3rd at Mercedes-Benz Stadium in Atlanta, Georgia.