CFP Rankings Show: Time, TV Channel, and How to Watch
The anticipation is real as the second College Football Playoff (CFP) rankings are about to drop. The new list should give us a glimpse into how the CFP selection committee is weighing recent games and which teams might be gearing up for a championship run.
Ohio State’s likely to hang onto that top spot, but honestly, the real drama is at No. 2 and No. 3. Right now, that’s Indiana and Texas A&M. So, what can we expect from the next CFP rankings show, and why does it matter for these teams?
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Overview of the Upcoming CFP Rankings Show
The second CFP rankings are coming Tuesday night. If you’re a college football fan, it should be a good watch.
Here are the basics:
- Date: Tuesday, Nov. 11
- Time: 7 p.m.
- TV: ESPN
- Streaming: ESPN app, Fubo
You can tune in live on ESPN or stream it through the ESPN app or Fubo (they’ve got a free trial, by the way). Expect plenty of analysis and maybe a few hot takes from the experts.
Key Storylines to Watch
When those rankings come out, a few storylines are going to steal the spotlight:
- Ohio State’s Dominance: Most expect Ohio State to keep the No. 1 spot, and honestly, they’ve earned it this season.
- Indiana’s Position: Indiana pulled off a wild win over Penn State, thanks to Omar Cooper Jr.’s clutch touchdown. Can they really hold onto No. 2?
- Texas A&M’s Pursuit: Texas A&M is right behind Indiana at No. 3. Will the committee mix things up?
Implications of the Rankings
The CFP rankings decide which teams make it into the playoff bracket. Here’s what’s coming up on the schedule:
- Final Selection Show: Sunday, Dec. 7
- First Round: Friday, Dec. 19 and Saturday, Dec. 20
- Quarterfinals: Wednesday, Dec. 31 and Thursday, Jan. 1
- Semifinals: Thursday, Jan. 8 and Friday, Jan. 9
- National Championship Game: Monday, Jan. 19, 2026
Each reveal is a big deal for the teams and, let’s be honest, for their fans too.
Ohio State: The Team to Beat
Ohio State’s been rolling all season. Their offense is explosive, and the defense? Pretty tough to crack.
If they keep this up, it’s hard to see anyone knocking them off that top perch.
Indiana’s Remarkable Journey
Indiana at No. 2? Not something most people saw coming. That last-minute win against Penn State, with Omar Cooper Jr. making that big play, really turned heads.
They’ll need to keep the momentum if they want to stay ahead of Texas A&M and the rest.
Texas A&M’s Ambitions
Texas A&M is sitting at No. 3, and they’re not exactly content with that. The Aggies have shown plenty of grit and talent this season.
Will the committee bump them up? Hard to say, but it’s definitely something to watch.
Looking Ahead to the Playoffs
We’re closing in on the final selection show, set for Dec. 7. Stakes? They’re sky-high right now.
Teams are clawing for a spot in the 12-team playoff bracket. Every single game left could be the one that tips the scales.
These next rounds—yeah, they’re huge. They’re gonna decide who actually makes it to the national championship on Jan. 19, 2026.
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