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College Football Playoff top 12 includes Ohio State after Week 9

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Last updated Nov 1, 2026

College Football Playoff top 12 includes Ohio State after Week 9
Summary

The College Football Playoff top 12 projection has Ohio State positioning itself ahead of other teams after Week 9 games. This assessment comes as the selection committee is preparing for its first official ranking. Speculation surrounds which teams may leapfrog Ohio State in the upcoming rankings, depending on performances across the season. This weekend's games could play a significant role in influencing those rankings further.

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Key Details
  • •Ohio State remains a front runner in playoff discussions
  • •First committee ranking expected soon
  • •Week 9 games critical for reshaping playoff projections
  • •Current rankings reflect team performances to date
Latest Updates
  • 4:47 AMESPN — CFP top 12 projection: Who jumps Ohio State before first committee ranking?
What they're saying
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We assess how the selection committee could stack the top teams in the country after Week 9.

— ESPNby Heather Dinich
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