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CFN ranks college football teams 26-50 in preseason poll

Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Aug 4, 2026, 3:41 AM

Last updated Aug 4, 2026

CFN ranks college football teams 26-50 in preseason poll

Summary

CFN has released its preseason college football rankings for teams ranked 26-50 ahead of the 2026 season. This group includes Northwestern at 50, projected for a 6-6 record, and Wake Forest at 49, also anticipated to finish at 6-6. Other notable mentions are Nebraska at 48 with a predicted record of 6-6 and Virginia Tech at 47, expected to go 7-5. The rankings emphasize the significance of mid-level teams in the competitive of college football, highlighting the challenges these squads face during their seasons.

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By the Numbers

•Northwestern Wildcats ranked 50 with a predicted 6-6 record.
•Wake Forest Demon Deacons ranked 49, also predicted to finish 6-6.
•Nebraska Cornhuskers projected for a 6-6 season, ranked 48.
•Virginia Tech Hokies expected to go 7-5, ranked 47.
•Mid-level teams play a crucial role in determining overall conference strength.

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3:41 AMYahoo Sports — The Best of the Rest: CFN Preseason College Football Rankings 26-50

What they're saying

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Not all big seasons come from the teams ranked high in the preseason rankings. The mid-level of the CFN preseason college football rankings represents something more important overall.Power.Oh sure, everyone circles the games against Ohio State, and Alabama, and Notre Dame, Michigan, and Georgia. ...
— Yahoo Sports

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