ACC announces new tiebreaker rules for 2026 college football season

The ACC revealed new tiebreaker procedures this week during the ACC Kickoff in Charlotte, North Carolina. Following last season's notorious five-team tie, the league emphasized the significance of head-to-head results. The new rules state that overall body of work will determine playoff eligibility if teams are tied after head-to-head results are considered. This decision comes amid criticism of last year's tiebreaking process, which left the league vulnerable to national scrutiny. The ACC aims to prevent confusion and improve clarity heading into the upcoming season.

• 3:31 AMYahoo Sports — ACC reveals new tiebreakers for 2026 football season