Key Highlights
- The College Football Playoff Selection Committee will reveal its second batch of top 25 rankings on Tuesday night.
- Texas Tech’s dominant performance against BYU and Indiana’s dramatic win at Penn State will influence the latest rankings.
- The ACC is expected to fall further out following losses from Virginia and Louisville.
- Texas Tech, with a favorable remaining schedule, is projected to advance two spots in Tuesday night’s new rankings.
College Football Playoff Rankings: Projecting the Top 25 Teams Ahead of Second Reveal
The College Football Playoff Selection Committee has already shown its preferences for several teams this season. As the regular season approaches its conclusion, attention turns to Tuesday night’s second batch of top 25 rankings.
SEC Leaders Set for Massive Week 12
Indiana’s dramatic road win at Penn State and Texas Tech’s dominance against previously unbeaten BYU were notable results that will impact the latest rankings. The committee will consider these performances, alongside a weekend free of major upsets, to determine which teams rise or fall in the rankings.
The ACC Faces Challenges
Following losses from Virginia and Louisville at the top of the conference, the ACC is expected to continue its slide out of playoff contention. Georgia Tech should be the league’s highest-ranked team on Tuesday night, potentially cracking the top 15. The ACC looks like a one-bid league this season following Week 11’s failure to shine.
Texas Tech Dominates
Coming off their best win of the season against BYU, the Texas Tech Red Raiders should advance two spots in Tuesday night’s new rankings. With no significant challenges remaining on their schedule and a favorable slate left among title contenders, Texas Tech is poised to cruise into conference championship weekend.
Ole Miss Challenges
The Ole Miss Rebels are likely to be ranked behind the Red Raiders this week given Texas Tech’s win over BYU. For Lane Kiffin’s team, seeding doesn’t matter as long as they secure an opening-round home game next month.
Notre Dame and Miami Struggle for Playoff Berths
Metrics favor Notre Dame after its debut at No. 10 in last week’s rankings—eight spots higher than Miami despite a head-to-head loss to the Hurricanes. The Fighting Irish are moving even higher this week following BYU’s loss to Texas Tech. Meanwhile, the Miami Hurricanes have an outside shot at the final at-large berth by going unbeaten the rest of the way but will need help starting with a loss from Notre Dame.
Georgia and Alabama Remain Strong
The Georgia Bulldogs won their fifth straight with 303 yards on the ground against Mississippi State. They host playoff threat Texas this weekend to close out the SEC slate before facing Charlotte and nationally ranked Georgia Tech over the final two weeks. By winning out, Georgia could get a top-4 seed over the SEC Championship Game loser should the Aggies and Crimson Tide meet in Atlanta.
The Alabama Crimson Tide entertained another hard-fought SEC win over LSU but face Oklahoma this weekend, which could pose quite the challenge defensively for Kalen DeBoer’s squad. A win over the Sooners all but clinches a berth in the SEC title game as well.
Final Implications
The College Football Playoff Selection Committee’s second reveal will shape the landscape of playoff contenders. Teams like Ohio State, Indiana, and Texas Tech hold strong positions, while others such as Notre Dame and Miami fight for their chances to secure a spot in the postseason. The remaining weeks will be crucial for teams aiming for an at-large bid.
