Miami vs. Notre Dame among key college football matchups in 2026
CBS Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jun 5, 2026, 2:35 PM
Last updated Jun 5, 2026
CBS Sports identifies 15 significant college football games for the 2026 season that could shape playoff prospects. Notable matchups include Miami facing Notre Dame, Georgia taking on Alabama, and the Big 12 Championship Game, which often serves as a final playoff audition. These contests are critical as the 12-team College Football Playoff evolves, impacting conference standings and potential playoff berths. Many games listed, such as Michigan at Ohio State and Oklahoma at Michigan, carry a significant historical rivalry alongside playoff implications.
- •15 significant matchups highlighted for the 2026 college football season
- •Miami to face Notre Dame, impacting playoff race
- •Georgia matched up against Alabama, critical for standings
- •Big 12 Championship serves as crucial playoff audition
- •Historical rivalries include Michigan at Ohio State, Oklahoma at Michigan
- 2:35 PMCBS Sports — Ranking 15 most meaningful games in 2026: Miami vs. Notre Dame, Georgia vs. Alabama could define season
"These matchups will be season-defining this fall across college football
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