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Saturday's SMU-Louisville game shapes ACC title and CFP race

CBS Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Sep 16, 2026, 2:10 PM

Last updated Sep 16, 2026

Saturday's SMU-Louisville game shapes ACC title and CFP race
Summary

The 16th-ranked SMU Mustangs face off against No. 23 Louisville on Saturday, a key matchup in the ACC Championship race. Both teams, featuring strong offenses and talented quarterbacks, are positioned well for a potential two-bid College Football Playoff. The winner secures an advantage, while Louisville must strive to win out to remain in contention. SMU's remaining schedule includes a matchup against 25th-ranked Virginia, adding further stakes as the season progresses.

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By the Numbers
  • •SMU and Louisville are both ranked in the top 25.
  • •The winner gains a favorable path to the ACC Championship game.
  • •Louisville is a 2.5-point favorite at home.
  • •Both teams have favorable schedules for the remainder of the season.
  • •SMU aims for a second College Football Playoff appearance in three years.
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  • 2:10 PMCBS Sports — SMU-Louisville offers plausible ACC title game juice: Why winner has inside track to play Miami for CFP berth
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The ACC's best shot at being a two-bid league in the CFP will be partially solved this weekend

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