Texas Tech and BYU projected for College Football Playoff appearances
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Aug 22, 2026, 10:12 PM
Last updated Aug 22, 2026
As the start of the 2026 college football season approaches, CBS Sports has released its preseason bowl projections. Both Texas Tech and BYU are anticipated to earn spots in the College Football Playoff. BYU aims to break into the playoff after strong seasons, and is projected to face Indiana in the first round. In contrast, Texas Tech, as the Big 12 champion, is set to host SMU. Utah is also expected to compete in the Alamo Bowl against Washington, while other Big 12 teams may also see postseason action.
- •BYU aims for first College Football Playoff appearance with a favorable schedule.
- •Texas Tech projected as Big 12 champion and No. 6 seed in the playoff.
- •Utah expected to compete in the Alamo Bowl against Washington.
- •Eight other Big 12 teams projected for postseason contests.
- •The Big 12 went 4-4 in bowl games last season.
- 10:12 PMYahoo Sports — Bowl projections: Can the Big 12 get 2 teams in the College Football Playoff?
"CBS Sports’ preseason bowl projections like Texas Tech and BYU to both make the playoff.
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