Miami and Georgia top College Football Playoff tiers in Week 8
CBS Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Oct 21, 2026, 8:20 PM
Last updated Oct 21, 2026
Miami (6-0) and Georgia (6-1) lead the College Football Playoff contender tiers as of Week 8 in the NCAA football season. Miami’s strong season puts them in position for a top seed, with a key game against Notre Dame on November 7 that could further secure their playoff chances. Georgia’s recent loss to Auburn raises questions, but they remain the Southeastern Conference favorite. Other notable teams include BYU and Indiana, both holding strong records but with challenges ahead. The playoff is marked by parity, making every game critical for contenders moving forward.
- •Miami is a top contender with an unbeaten record.
- •Georgia remains a favorite despite a recent loss.
- •BYU and Indiana also show strong performances this season.
- •A crucial matchup looms for Miami against Notre Dame.
- •Parity influences the playoff race this year.
- 8:20 PMCBS Sports — College Football Playoff tiers: Miami and Georgia lead the way, but who else is elite?
"Sorting the nation's playoff hopefuls into tiers based on résumés, ceilings and remaining paths as we enter the season's second half
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