College Football Playoff Rankings Revealed

In an exciting announcement on Tuesday night, the initial College Football Playoff rankings under the new 12-team format were unveiled, showcasing a highly competitive landscape in college football. The top five teams leading the rankings are:

• 1. Oregon (9-0)
• 2. Ohio State (7-1)
• 3. Georgia (7-1)
• 4. Miami (9-0)
• 5. Texas (7-1)

Just outside the cutoff for the playoff spots, we find No. 13 SMU, No. 14 Texas A&M, and No. 15 LSU, all eager to make their case for inclusion in the expanded championship race. Notably, No. 12 Boise State (7-1) stands as the highest-ranked team from outside the Power 4 conferences, showcasing the depth of talent in college football.

Following the top five, the rankings continue with:

• No. 6 Penn State (7-1)
• No. 7 Tennessee (7-1)
• No. 8 Indiana (9-0)
• No. 9 BYU (8-0)
• No. 10 Notre Dame (7-1)
• No. 11 Alabama (6-2)

This week’s matchups are crucial, particularly the upcoming clash where Alabama will face off against LSU on Saturday. This highly anticipated game could serve as an elimination showdown for these SEC rivals, adding even more intensity to the playoff race.

Here is a complete list of the College Football Playoff Top 25: