The new-look Pac-12 features nine teams, with Gonzaga entering as the clear preseason favorite behind forward Braden Huff and transfer Massamba Diop. Utah State, under new coach Ben Jacobson, is seen as the top challenge…
#Playoff Rankings
This week in Playoff Rankings · updated Sun Sep 20 2026
This week in college sports playoff rankings was defined by dramatic volatility and a clarifying statement from the College Football Playoff committee. A chaotic slate of upsets, including seven top-20 losses, reshaped projections, with Texas's stunning fourth-quarter comeback over previously unbeaten Ohio State vaulting the Longhorns to No. 1. Oregon, despite holding a top seed in earlier projections, slipped in ESPN's FPI after its own upset defeat. Meanwhile, the CFP committee emphasized it cannot alter regular-season outcomes, noting it relies on multiple metrics beyond win-loss records, a response to the disputed Michigan-Western Michigan game. These shifts highlight how quickly playoff odds and rankings can change.
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Gonzaga leads initial Pac-12 men's basketball power rankings
Playoff hopes fading for Oklahoma after another loss
Oklahoma's playoff chances took a major hit with a loss to Texas A&M, raising concerns among fans. The article assesses which other contenders should be worried as the season progresses.
College Football Playoff Committee Clarifies Its Role in Controversial Game Outcome
The CFP stated that it cannot alter regular-season results but noted that its selection committee uses multiple metrics beyond win-loss records. This follows the NCAA's announcement that it also lacks authority to overtu…
New Mexico tops preseason Mountain West basketball rankings in transformed conference
The Mountain West has undergone major changes with five schools departing for the Pac-12, making way for new members like Hawaii, UC Davis, and UTEP. New Mexico leads the preseason rankings behind standout sophomore Jake…
UConn Men's Basketball Unveils Big East Schedule for 2026-27
UConn's men's basketball team will open Big East play against Georgetown on December 23. The regular season concludes at Xavier on March 6. The schedule includes key matchups that could impact conference standings.
Ohio State Leads CFP Odds After Dominant Week 1 Victory
Ohio State's 56-3 rout of Ball State gives the Buckeyes a 77% probability of reaching the College Football Playoff, according to ESPN's latest model. Quarterback Julian Sayin threw for 320 yards and three touchdowns on 2…
CFP Projection Shakeup: Oregon Leads After Seven Top-20 Upsets
A chaotic Saturday saw seven ranked teams lose, forcing major adjustments in the projected College Football Playoff field. Oregon (11-0) holds the top seed, followed by Ohio State, Texas, Notre Dame, and Penn State, all …
Texas Rallies Past Ohio State to Claim Top Spot in Updated Top 25
Texas erased a 20-point fourth-quarter deficit to stun previously unbeaten Ohio State 24-23 on the road, vaulting the Longhorns to No. 1 in the latest rankings. Ole Miss continued its offensive surge with 41 points and 4…
Oregon Drops in ESPN FPI Rankings Following Upset Defeat
After an upset loss in Week 2, Oregon's position in ESPN's Football Power Index has slipped behind USC. The updated projections also reflect a diminished outlook for the Ducks' playoff and title chances.
McFarland Says Controversial Michigan Win Could Affect CFP Seeding
Booger McFarland indicated that Michigan's Week 1 victory over Western Michigan, which came via a disputed Hail Mary, will be held against the Wolverines in College Football Playoff discussions. The NCAA reportedly will …