Where Alabama sits in ESPN FPI rankings entering Iron Bowl vs. Auburn

Following a win against Eastern Illinois, the Alabama Crimson Tide now turn their attention to a massive road trip to Auburn for the Iron Bowl.

A high stakes contest for both teams, Alabama will travel to Auburn needing a win to clinch a berth in the SEC title game, as well as keep their College Football Playoff hopes alive. Auburn will also need to defeat Alabama to qualify for a bowl game.

So, coming out of Week 13 wins over FCS teams, where do both the Crimson Tide and Tigers now rank in ESPN's latest Football Power Index (FPI) team rankings entering the Iron Bowl?

As of Monday, Nov. 24, Alabama is currently ranked as the nation's No. 5 overall team with a rating of 21.8, per ESPN's FPI rankings, while Auburn enters the week at No. 24. Last week, Alabama was the nation's No. 6 team following the home loss against Oklahoma.

Entering the Iron Bowl, Alabama is also given a projected win/loss record of 10.1-2.6, as well as a 39.5% chance to win out. Other percentages currently include a 39.5% chance to win the SEC, 60% to make the College Football Playoff, 7.2% to make the national title game, and 3.6% to win it all.

The latest edition of the Iron Bowl will kickoff this Saturday, Nov. 29, at 6:30 p.m. CT on ABC from Jordan-Hare Stadium in Auburn, Alabama.

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