Ohio State, Indiana, Texas A&M Lead CFP Rankings
In the latest College Football Playoff (CFP) rankings, Ohio State retains the top position, closely followed by Indiana and Texas A&M. The selection committee released the updated rankings on November 11, 2025, highlighting a consistent top five: Ohio State, Indiana, Texas A&M, Alabama, and Georgia.
Top Teams in the CFP Rankings
- 1. Ohio State
- 2. Indiana
- 3. Texas A&M
- 4. Alabama
- 5. Georgia
Alongside these teams, the rankings include Texas Tech, Ole Miss, Oregon, Notre Dame, Texas, Oklahoma, and BYU, completing the top 12. Notably, South Florida stands as the highest-ranked Group of Five champion, potentially replacing BYU in the bracket.
Implications for First-Round Games
If the current rankings are applied to the 12-team playoff format, the top four teams would earn first-round byes. The projected first-round matchups would feature:
- South Florida at Georgia
- Miami at Texas Tech
- Texas at Ole Miss
- Notre Dame at Oregon
The SEC dominates the rankings with six teams in the top 12, followed by the Big Ten with three and the Big 12 with two teams. The ACC boasts five representatives in the top 25, although none are positioned higher than 15th.
Recent Game Highlights
Indiana remains unbeaten after a thrilling 27-24 win against Penn State, needing a late touchdown pass from Fernando Mendoza to secure the victory. This puts them in a strong position, enhancing their CFP ranking despite a recent coaching change for Penn State.
Texas A&M continues to impress, having defeated Missouri 38-17 last weekend. Earlier, they secured a narrow 41-40 win against Notre Dame, maintaining their strong performance throughout the season.
Other Notable Rankings
Texas Tech achieved a rise in the rankings after defeating BYU 29-7, while the Cougars fell back following their first loss of the season. Additionally, teams like South Florida and Cincinnati have made their first appearances in the top 25, highlighting their successful campaigns.
Upcoming Playoff Schedule
The first-round games are set for December 19 and 20, held at the home fields of the higher-seeded teams. The quarterfinals will take place at renowned venues including the Cotton Bowl and the Orange Bowl on December 31 and January 1. The much-anticipated CFP National Championship will occur on January 19 at Hard Rock Stadium in Miami Gardens, Florida.
