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SEC Power Rankings Week 2: Changes abound in muddled SEC

By Hunter Kinniburgh

Sep 10, 2016; Bristol, TN, USA; The Tennessee Volunteers celebrate after the game against the Virginia Tech Hokies at Bristol Motor Speedway. Tennessee won 45 to 24. Mandatory Credit: Randy Sartin-USA TODAY Sports
Sep 10, 2016; Bristol, TN, USA; The Tennessee Volunteers celebrate after the game against the Virginia Tech Hokies at Bristol Motor Speedway. Tennessee won 45 to 24. Mandatory Credit: Randy Sartin-USA TODAY Sports /
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Sep 10, 2016; Gainesville, FL, USA; Florida Gators quarterback Luke Del Rio (14) drops back against the Kentucky Wildcats during the second half at Ben Hill Griffin Stadium. Florida Gators defeated the Kentucky Wildcats 45-7. Mandatory Credit: Kim Klement-USA TODAY Sports
Sep 10, 2016; Gainesville, FL, USA; Florida Gators quarterback Luke Del Rio (14) drops back against the Kentucky Wildcats during the second half at Ben Hill Griffin Stadium. Florida Gators defeated the Kentucky Wildcats 45-7. Mandatory Credit: Kim Klement-USA TODAY Sports /

5. Florida

Last week rank: 5

Week 2 result: (2-0) 45-7 Win against Kentucky

Florida has made its case to be a contender in the SEC East.

The victory over the Kentucky Wildcats, not only gave the Gators an early SEC victory, but it also provided a look at how good the Gators can be and that they can challenge Tennessee for the East division crown. Luke Del Rio looked efficient in the game, throwing for 340 yards and 4 TDs. Florida showed that it once again has a dominate defense to be reckoned with. Essentially, it couldn’t have been a better outing for the Gators and Florida looks to be a challenger in what was supposed to be Tennessee’s year.

Florida has a week three game against North Texas and will then turn their attention to Tennessee, looking to beat the Volunteers for the 12th year in a row.

Next Game: Saturday, September 17, vs North Texas 7:30 ET ESPNU

Next: 4. Arkansas

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