Pro-SEC bias in the AP Top 25 Poll has gotten out of control, and it's impacting the college football season

What happened: The article argues AP Top 25 voters show pro-SEC bias, citing Mississippi State dropping one spot to No. 17 after a 56-23 home loss to Alabama, while Iowa fell six spots to No. 20 after a 31-14 home loss to Ohio State. Key numbers: Mississippi State fell from No. 16 to No. 17. Iowa fell from No. 14 to No. 20. Alabama beat Mississippi State 56-23. Ohio State beat Iowa 31-14. Nebraska is 5-0 and unranked. Why it matters: The article says the poll treatment shows preferential treatment for the SEC, and that AP rankings are still used in College Football Playoff deliberations.

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