Clemson had the best record, but lost to an inferior North Carolina team; and in the game to secure the SIAA title were tied by Cumberland.
Clemson's John Heisman pushed strongly for Cumberland to share the SIAA title.
However, Sewanee beat Cumberland, yet suffered its only loss to Vanderbilt.
Nash Buckingham rated Kentucky University and Vanderbilt as best in the south.
[3] Key PPG = Average of points scored per game PAG = Average of points allowed per game[4] SIAA teams in bold.