Live Updates: CFP Rankings Reveal Top 25 Highlights
The College Football Playoff (CFP) rankings have seen significant developments following the release of the latest top 25 on December 2. Ohio State continues to secure the No. 1 spot, with Indiana close behind at No. 2. Georgia holds steady at No. 3, while Texas Tech rounds out the top four. Following a Week 14 loss, Texas A&M has dropped in the rankings.
CFP Rankings Highlights
- Top Four Teams: Ohio State (12-0), Indiana (12-0), Georgia (11-1), Texas Tech (11-1)
- Key Movements:
- Alabama moves to No. 9.
- Notre Dame drops to No. 10.
- Ole Miss rises to No. 6 after a win over Mississippi State.
The CFP selection committee also announced interesting bubble scenarios for the upcoming conference championship weekend. Alabama’s strong performance in the Iron Bowl contributed to their upward movement, despite a close call in their game against Auburn. Meanwhile, Notre Dame’s ranking remains a contentious topic as they secured a decisive win over Stanford.
Upcoming Matchups and Projections
The potential first-round matchups in the CFP are set, with pivotal games expected to unfold:
| Matchup | Projected Seed |
|---|---|
| No. 12 Tulane vs. No. 5 Oregon | First Round |
| No. 11 Virginia vs. No. 6 Ole Miss | First Round |
| No. 10 Notre Dame vs. No. 7 Texas A&M | First Round |
| No. 9 Alabama vs. No. 8 Oklahoma | First Round |
With Virginia and Tulane likely filling the No. 11 and No. 12 seeds, conference championship outcomes could heavily influence the final brackets. Notably, if BYU performs well in their Big 12 championship game, they might disrupt the current standings by securing a spot.
Future CFP Schedule
The following important dates for the CFP reveal and championship games are outlined below:
- Next Rankings Reveal: December 7 at 12 p.m. ET
- CFP National Championship: January 19 at 7:30 p.m. ET at Hard Rock Stadium, Miami
The buildup towards the national championship, only 48 days away, is intensifying as teams prepare for crucial games. Fans can catch the rankings on ESPN, with streaming options available through the ESPN app and Fubo.
