College Football Playoff Rankings Remain Stable

The College Football Playoff rankings remained stable at the top, with Oregon, Ohio State, and Texas maintaining their positions, while significant changes occurred in the lower half of the top 10 due to Week 12 results. Losses by Brigham Young and Tennessee allowed Notre Dame and Alabama to climb to sixth and seventh, respectively, while Boise State is positioned to potentially secure a first-round bye as the highest-ranked Group of Five team. In the AP Top 25 and USA Today Coaches Poll, Boise State remains the top Group of Five team, with Army, Tulane, and UNLV also featuring in the rankings. The SEC continues to dominate with the most ranked teams, while the Big Ten, Big 12, and ACC also have multiple representatives. The playoff landscape is still fluid, with upcoming matchups and the next CFP committee rankings poised to further impact the playoff picture.