Miami, Alabama, Ohio State top first College Football Playoff rankings
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Nov 4, 2026, 12:48 AM
Last updated Nov 4, 2026
The College Football Playoff committee released its first rankings for the 2026 season, with Miami taking the top position, followed by Georgia, Utah, and Indiana. The SEC placed four teams in the top seven and nine overall in the top 25, highlighting its strength. Alabama's rise to No. 5 surprised many, as the committee noted their key wins despite two losses., Boise State became the only Group of Six team ranked, sitting at No. 25. Upcoming matchups, particularly Miami's against No. 11 Notre Dame, will significantly influence playoff positioning.
- •Miami ranked No. 1, followed by Georgia, Utah, and Indiana.
- •SEC has four teams in the top seven of rankings.
- •Alabama ranked No. 5 after key wins this season.
- •Boise State is the sole Group of Six team in rankings.
- •Big Ten contributes six teams to the top 25.
- 12:48 AMYahoo Sports — SEC led by Alabama and Ohio State lead CFP rankings release winners and losers
"There was good and bad in the College Football Playoff committee's first rankings. A look at the winners and losers from the top 25 reveal.
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