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College Football Playoff: First Rankings Revealed
4 Nov
Summary
- The initial College Football Playoff rankings for 2026 are out.
- Tennessee secures the No. 13 position in the first poll.
- Championship game set for January 25, 2027, in Las Vegas.

The initial College Football Playoff top 25 rankings for the 2026 season were unveiled. Tennessee has been placed at the No. 13 position in this first poll. The playoff structure includes first-round games hosted by higher-ranked teams on December 18-19.
Quarterfinal matchups are scheduled for December 30 and January 1, 2027, featuring the Fiesta Bowl, Cotton Bowl, Rose Bowl, and Peach Bowl. The semifinals will take place in the Orange Bowl on January 14, 2027, and the Sugar Bowl on January 15, 2027. The national championship game is slated for January 25, 2027, at Allegiant Stadium in Las Vegas, Nevada.