The College Football Playoff Rankings were released Tuesday night, with Oregon claiming the top spot in the first edition of the expanded 12-team field. The Ducks, undefeated at 9-0, are aiming for their second playoff appearance. The top Group of Five program in the rankings is Boise State, sitting at No. 12.
With eight more spots available in the expanded field, teams like Ohio State, Georgia, Miami (FL), and Texas also secured spots in the top five. Alabama is ranked No. 11, behind Georgia, reflecting the importance of head-to-head results and strength of schedule.
Bowl expert Jerry Palm analyzed the rankings, highlighting intriguing first-round matchups like Boise State versus Ohio State and Notre Dame against Penn State. The SEC dominates the rankings, with eight teams listed, as several teams have a chance to compete for conference titles.
The current rankings suggest that a three-loss team is unlikely to make the playoffs, making upcoming games like Alabama versus LSU pivotal in determining potential playoff contenders. Overall, the rankings set the stage for an exciting playoff race with strong performances from top teams like Oregon and Ohio State.
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