College Football Playoff rankings place Texas at No. 7 among Texas teams
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Nov 5, 2026, 11:00 AM
Last updated Nov 5, 2026
The College Football Playoff committee released its first rankings on November 5, positioning Texas at No. 7, Texas Tech at No. 15, and Houston at No. 17. As it stands, Texas is the only Texas team in the top 12, indicating a strong possibility for a playoff spot if the rankings were final today. The committee's historical inconsistency leaves room for debate among voters about preferred rankings. Fans and analysts now consider which Texas teams might rise as the season progresses.
- •Texas is ranked No. 7 in the first CFP rankings.
- •Texas Tech is ranked No. 15, while Houston is at No. 17.
- •Texas is currently the only Texas team in the CFP top 12.
- •The rankings may change as the season continues.
- •Analysts speculate on the potential impact of these rankings.
- 11:00 AMYahoo Sports — You're on the College Football Playoff committee. Pick your top 3 Texas teams.
"Texas is No. 7, Texas Tech is No. 15 and Houston is No. 17 in the first CFP rankings. Cast your ballot for the state's top three.
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