The first week in 2018 could be a big early step in determining races in three conferences. 10 in this week's poll after beating Texas on Friday for its fourth straight win. The Vols (9-3) lost an eight-point lead in the final four minutes and fell in overtime 95-93 to Arkansas on Saturday, but managed to remain in this week's poll. 1 spot in AP Top 25 for the first time since 2015-16 this week. The Tigers, who have won eight straight, play at Boston College on Wednesday and host Louisville on Saturday.

Source: ABC News January 02, 2018 07:41 UTC