Bowl projections reflect Big 12's CFP status changes in Week 6
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Oct 5, 2026, 7:25 AM
Last updated Oct 5, 2026
In the Week 6 Bowl Projections, the Big 12's standings will be affected by the College Football Playoff predictions. Currently, the Big 12 is expected to secure only one bid to the playoff, which may impact its teams' opportunities for bowl eligibility. The projected changes come amidst considerations of how various conferences will align with postseason bowls, particularly with Michigan's uncertain postseason aspirations. Further developments in conference strength and team performance could reshape the projected bowl in the coming weeks.
- •Big 12 projected as a one-bid conference for the CFP.
- •Michigan may struggle to achieve bowl eligibility.
- •Hawaii Bowl eligibility remains uncertain for potential teams.
- •Other conferences could influence bowl placements significantly.
- 7:25 AMYahoo Sports — Bowl Projections Week 6: The Big 12 CFP Call
"One change in the College Football Playoff predictions has a ripple effect, and the Big 12 will feel it most in our Week 6 Bowl Projections.
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