Oregon Leads Candidates for Next First-Time Champion
#CollegeFootball #CFBPlayoffIndiana's shock 2025 title proves new college football era rewards smart hires and investment. Oregon leads likely first-time champions, followed by Texas Tech, Ole Miss, Iowa, and Missouri, each with rising potential. read more
Ohio State tops 2026 preseason college football rankings
#CollegeFootball #CFBPlayoffOhio State tops ESPN's 2026 preseason Power Rankings, followed by Georgia, Notre Dame, Oregon, and Texas. The season opens August 29 with North Carolina facing TCU in Dublin. Arch Manning's Texas squad ranks fifth. read more
CFP leaders debate 24-team playoff expansion
#CFBPlayoff #CollegeFootballCFP leaders discussed a 24-team playoff for 2027 in Denver, facing logistical questions on scheduling, revenue, and conference championship elimination. A decision is needed by Dec. 1, with Big Ten and SEC holding control. read more
SEC and Big Ten clash over playoff expansion
#CFBPlayoff #CollegeFootballSEC and Big Ten spring meetings reveal division on CFP expansion: Big Ten backs 24-team model, SEC prefers 16 but open to discussion. Concerns include TV rights, regular-season value, and selection committee challenges. read more
SEC’s Sankey Unfazed by 24-Team Playoff Divisions
#CFBPlayoff #SECSEC Commissioner Greg Sankey remains patient on 24-team CFP expansion, unconcerned about league division or being the last holdout. He emphasizes careful evaluation to avoid devaluing the regular season, noting change is challenging but necessary. read more