CFP Rankings Show Time Today and Full Bracket Release Schedule
There’s a buzz in the air as we get closer to the unveiling of the official 12-team College Football Playoff (CFP) bracket. Only two weeks left before the selection committee finally reveals the lineup, and the scramble for those playoff spots is getting intense.
The latest US LBM Coaches Poll and Week 13 results have helped clear up a few things. Still, there are plenty of lingering questions, especially around the ACC and those Group of Five teams.
With the fourth CFP rankings just around the corner, let’s take a look at where things stand and what might be coming our way.
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Current CFP Top Four: Stability at the Top
The latest US LBM Coaches Poll and recent game results suggest the top four seeds are pretty set for now. Here’s a quick rundown of the main contenders:
- No. 1 Ohio State: Picked up their 11th win against Rutgers and just keep rolling.
- No. 2 Indiana: Had a bye week, so nothing changed for them.
- No. 3 Texas A&M: Shut out Samford, showing they belong in the top tier.
- No. 4 Georgia: Beat Charlotte, holding onto their top-four spot.
Honestly, it doesn’t seem like any big surprises are coming at the very top. But things could get interesting in the ACC and among the Group of Five teams.
The ACC Conundrum: Miami vs. Virginia
The ACC is still a hot topic as the committee weighs which teams deserve a playoff shot. Two teams are really in the mix here:
- Miami: They’ve been sitting around the No. 11 seed, but it’s not a lock.
- Virginia: With an easier route to the conference championship, they might just jump ahead.
The committee’s take on these two could end up deciding who gets into the 12-team bracket from the ACC.
Group of Five Teams: Tulane vs. James Madison
The Group of Five conferences are throwing their own curveballs at the selection committee. The American Athletic Conference (AAC) and Sun Belt Conference are front and center:
- Tulane (AAC): They’re making a strong case out of the AAC.
- James Madison (Sun Belt): They’re definitely in the playoff conversation, too.
How these teams perform in the next couple of weeks could make all the difference in who gets that playoff nod.
Ole Miss and Lane Kiffin: A Decision Looms
One more thing to watch: what’s next for Ole Miss head coach Lane Kiffin? As the Rebels gear up for “The Egg Bowl” against Mississippi State, Kiffin’s decision about his future is hanging over the team.
This could have a real impact on Ole Miss and their playoff hopes, depending on how it shakes out.
CFP Rankings Reveal: When and How to Watch
The fourth College Football Playoff rankings come out Tuesday, Nov. 25, at 7 p.m. ET. But with the Maui Invitational running late, don’t be shocked if it starts closer to 7:30 p.m. ET.
- Date: Tuesday, Nov. 25
- Time: 7 p.m. ET (maybe 7:30 p.m. ET)
- TV Channel: ESPN
- Livestream: ESPN app | Fubo (free trial)
You can catch the rankings on ESPN, or stream them on the ESPN app or Fubo if that’s more your speed. Fubo’s even got a free trial if you haven’t tried it yet.
Remaining CFP Rankings Release Dates
Here are the last few dates for the CFP rankings reveals as we head toward the finish line:
- Tuesday, Nov. 25: 7 p.m. ET
- Tuesday, Dec. 2: 7 p.m. ET
- Sunday, Dec. 7: Noon ET
The official selection show on Sunday, Dec. 7, will lock in the 12-team bracket and set the stage for the postseason matchups. Should be a wild finish.
2025-26 College Football Playoff Schedule
Once the selection wraps up, here’s the schedule for the 2025-26 College Football Playoff:
- Selection Show: Sunday, Dec. 7
- First Round: Friday, Dec. 19 through Saturday, Dec. 20
- Quarterfinals: Wednesday, Dec. 31 through Thursday, Jan. 1
- Semifinals: Thursday, Jan. 8 through Friday, Jan. 9
- National Championship: Monday, Jan. 19
Fans and teams are counting down the days to see those final rankings. The anticipation? Yeah, it’s real.
