The SEC has already delivered its share of surprises this college football season, and with November approaching, the conference's College Football Playoff picture remains anything but settled.

While several contenders will enjoy a much-needed bye week, others are preparing for matchups that could have major implications for both the SEC championship race and the expanded College Football Playoff.

No. 3 Georgia, No. 11 Texas, No. 12 Ole Miss and No. 17 Florida will all be in action Saturday, and another upset or two could dramatically change the conference's postseason outlook.

With the first College Football Playoff rankings scheduled for Tuesday, November 3, the stakes are only getting higher.

Georgia, Florida Headline Pivotal SEC Weekend

The biggest SEC matchup of Week 9 features No. 3 Georgia (6-1) and No.…