All for Tennessee Men’s Basketball SEC Power Rankings for Feb. 7: Vols Slip a Bit

We probably could have kept the Alabama Crimson Tide ahead of the Texas A&M Aggies in our SEC Power Rankings this past week.

After all, it’s not like Texas A&M did anything impressive by beating the LSU Tigers, and losing at home to the Vanderbilt Commodores warrants more of a drop than either of Alabama’s losses.

But they did at least win a game, so while it may be unfair, we’re going to keep them ahead of the massively inconsistent Tide for now.

That doesn’t mean much, though.

Billy Kennedy’s team does not look like it’s in great position to build off of last year’s NIT appearance. Currently, they are 12-10 with the No. 86 ranking in the RPI.

Going forward, though, they have a great chance to improve their standing. Up next is what should be a sure win against the Missouri Tigers. After that is a likely loss at the Florida Gators, but they have a chance in their next four games after that to avenge the Vanderbilt Commodores, beat the Auburn Tigers at home, and then enjoy two more likely wins agains the Missouri Tigers and Alabama Crimson Tide at home.

In the middle of that, they have a tough road game against the Arkansas Razorbacks.

However, all five games are winnable, and one of those opponents is next on this list.