When were the latest College Football Playoff rankings released?

The College Football Playoff Committee released its penultimate rankings on Tuesday, December 3, 2025.

Which teams saw significant movement in the latest CFP rankings?

Teams like Texas A&M and Texas experienced notable shifts in the latest College Football Playoff rankings.

What impact do conference championship games have on CFP rankings?

Conference championship games are critical as they can significantly influence a team's final ranking and playoff eligibility.

Home / Sports / CFP Rankings: Shake-ups Before Championship Weekend

CFP Rankings: Shake-ups Before Championship Weekend

3 Dec

•

Summary

College Football Playoff Committee released penultimate rankings on Tuesday.
Teams like Texas A&M and Texas experienced significant movement.
Several teams' playoff hopes depend on upcoming conference championships.

CFP Rankings: Shake-ups Before Championship Weekend

The College Football Playoff Selection Committee released its second-to-last set of rankings on Tuesday, setting the stage for crucial conference championship games. This latest ranking update addressed several pressing questions regarding team movements after significant upsets. Teams such as Texas A&M experienced a drop, while Texas saw a notable rise after defeating a previously highly-ranked opponent.

Key decisions for the committee involved evaluating teams with multiple losses, including a five-loss Duke team that reached its conference championship game. The committee also considered the impact of coaching changes, such as Lane Kiffin's departure from Oxford on Ole Miss's standing. The inclusion of teams like Miami and the possibility of a second Group of Five team in the playoff bracket were also discussed.