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Michigan football faces tough must-win games for CFP bid

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Last updated Aug 12, 2026

Michigan football faces tough must-win games for CFP bid
Summary

Michigan football must secure victories in critical games to maintain its hopes for the College Football Playoff in 2026. With a challenging schedule featuring several preseason top-25 teams, the Wolverines are under pressure in head coach Kyle Whittingham’s inaugural season. Key matchups include contests against Oklahoma or Indiana, and road games at Oregon or Ohio State. Winning against these strong opponents could significantly bolster Michigan’s playoff chances, while at least one victory against Iowa or Penn State is also crucial. The Wolverines look to avoid an unlikely scenario that could entail losing multiple games, impacting their CFP positioning.

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  • •Michigan plays Oklahoma or Indiana early in the season.
  • •November brings tough road games at Oregon and Ohio State.
  • •Victories against Iowa and Penn State are essential for CFP contention.
  • •Head coach Kyle Whittingham faces a challenging first season.
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  • 2:00 PMYahoo Sports — Michigan Football must win these games to make the CFP in 2026
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If Michigan Football is to make the CFP in Kyle Whittingham’s first season as head coach in Ann Arbor, the Wolverines need to win these games:

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