Gunner Stockton absolutely torched Ole Miss for four touchdowns last week, a performance that launched him straight to the No. 1 spot in the SEC quarterback power rankings as the College Football Playoff picture starts getting serious. That 42-7 dominant road win wasn’t just big for Georgia, it solidified Stockton as *the* guy to watch in the toughest conference in college football.
The New King and the Crumbling Kingdom
Stockton’s rise to the top is a major shakeup, and it is deserved. Against Ole Miss, the senior gunslinger threw for 186 yards and four passing touchdowns, plus he added another 28 yards on the ground and his second rushing touchdown of the season. It wasn’t even his “best performance,” but his accuracy, football intelligence, and gritty mentality are already proving he can carry that Georgia offense to incredible heights. This isn’t just about stats, it’s about how he’s taking control and making plays when it counts.
Meanwhile, for Trinidad Chambliss and Ole Miss, Week 10 was a brutal reality check. After getting bumped down to No. 2, Chambliss struggled big time against Georgia’s elite defense, throwing for a season-low 159 yards and one interception. The Rebels only scored once. Here’s the cold truth: if Chambliss isn’t playing like Superman, that Ole Miss team has a much tougher road to victory. And it doesn’t get easier; Chambliss has another massive test on Saturday, traveling to face Oklahoma’s nasty defensive unit. Can he bounce back, or is this the start of a slide?
Heisman Hopes and Star Power Emerging
Beyond the top two, Keelon Russell is definitely making some noise for Alabama, climbing back into the top three. The sophomore quarterback had one of his best performances of his young career in Death Valley, completing 70.8% of his passes for 206 yards and three touchdowns. That’s his sixth game this season with over 200 passing yards! Right now, BetMGM has Russell’s Heisman Trophy odds at +3000, but if he keeps this kind of play going through the final three weeks and locks up Alabama’s College Football Playoff spot, those odds could skyrocket. He’s got that IT factor.
Then you have Austin Simmons from Missouri, rounding out the top four. Despite a “devastating loss” to Texas, Simmons still put up a solid outing with 252 yards and two touchdowns. Yeah, he struggled with inaccuracy at times, but let’s not forget the dude has only started 11 career games, split between Ole Miss and Missouri. He recently resigned with the Tigers and is absolutely a star in the making. He’s got three games left to pad those stats and keep showing why he’s the future of the SEC. LaNorris Sellers also earned a spot, rounding out the top five.
As Week 11 kicks off, the stakes couldn’t be higher. Will Chambliss weather the storm against Oklahoma? Can Russell continue his Heisman push and solidify Alabama’s playoff dreams? And how much more will Simmons develop in his final three games? This isn’t just about individual rankings; it’s about shaping the entire playoff picture. Get ready, because the SEC is about to get even crazier.
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Originally reported by Yahoo Sports.
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