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Undefeated Dreams: College Football's Easiest Paths
10 Aug
Summary
- Five Power Four programs have favorable 2026 schedules for undefeated seasons.
- Texas Tech faces only one winning team on the road, plus an FCS opponent.
- Miami's path to an undefeated season hinges on their crucial Notre Dame matchup.
Achieving an undefeated regular season in college football is a formidable task, amplified by the expansion of conferences. This year, five Power Four programs stand out with schedules that offer a clearer route to a 12-0 record.
Texas Tech's path is notably accessible, with only half of their opponents having finished the previous season with winning records. Their road schedule is particularly light, featuring only one team that achieved a winning record in 2025.
Miami's undefeated aspirations are primarily challenged by their matchup against Notre Dame. The Hurricanes are considered top contenders within the ACC, facing several conference opponents who ended 2025 with losing records.
Notre Dame's early season schedule presents manageable opponents, with key challenges expected against BYU and Miami later in the year. Indiana benefits from a favorable non-conference schedule and weaker early Big Ten opponents.
Oregon, like Indiana, faces tough competition from USC, Ohio State, Michigan, and Washington. However, their non-conference games are considered winnable, setting them up for a potential undefeated run.
