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College football bowl projections shift after Week 7 upsets

CBS Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Oct 18, 2026, 4:17 AM

Last updated Oct 18, 2026

College football bowl projections shift after Week 7 upsets

Summary

Week 7 of college football brought significant upsets, including losses by Texas, Georgia, and Alabama. Following these developments, bowl projections have been altered for several teams, particularly within the SEC. Texas' playoff hopes have dimmed after their recent defeat to Florida, while Georgia and Alabama both experienced unexpected losses. The updated projections indicate at least two three-loss SEC teams may compete for playoff spots this season. The SEC Championship Game's participants remain uncertain as teams vie for favorable positioning going forward.

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Key Details

•Texas loses to Florida, impacting their playoff chances
•Georgia falls to Auburn, altering SEC standings
•Alabama defeated by Tennessee in another upset
•At least two three-loss SEC teams projected for playoffs
•Updated bowl matchups include Jackson State vs. South Carolina State

Latest Updates

4:17 AMCBS Sports — College football bowl projections: Slotting all 46 games after Week 7's historic run of upsets

What they're saying

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The college football postseason looks drastically different after five of the top seven teams in college football fell, the most since the AP Top 25 era started in 1936
— CBS Sportsby Brad Crawford

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