Texas maintains playoff aspirations, Florida enters CFP projections
CBS Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Sep 27, 2026, 3:16 AM
Last updated Sep 27, 2026
After Week 4, Texas remains a frontrunner in College Football Playoff projections following a victory over No. 14 Tennessee. The SEC's potential for five teams in the playoff bracket increases with Florida's recent win over fourth-ranked Ole Miss. The Longhorns have upcoming challenges against seven top-25 teams. Changes in bowl projections also indicate a shift in potential bids from the Big 12 and Big Ten.
- •Texas beat No. 14 Tennessee and has top-25 matchups ahead.
- •Florida's win over Ole Miss elevates them into the top 15.
- •SEC projected to receive five playoff spots as conference strength metrics adjust.
- •Big 12 is now considered a one-bid league for the CFP.
- •Bowl projections updated after Week 4 highlight various matchups.
- 3:16 AMCBS Sports — Bowl projections: Texas surge continues, Florida debuts as SEC puts five teams in CFP bracket
"Changes across the board after Week 4, from the SEC putting a fifth team in the playoff to a new Big Ten frontrunner emerging
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