February 4, 2026
By Brad Crawford, CBS Sports: The college football offseason is upon us, but it’s never too early to look at potential College Football Playoff threats with spring practice set to commence a few weeks from now. The transfer portal has closed and rosters are finalized, offering an early look at the nation’s most talented teams, including those with a shot at a breakthrough in the postseason.
No changes are coming to the CFP format in 2026 with the bracket remaining at 12 teams, fresh off Indiana’s unprecedented run to an unbeaten season and national championship. Could Curt Cignetti and the Hoosiers repeat that level of heightened success next season?
Recent history in the CFP expansion era suggests just getting into the dance is top priority. As the last team in last fall over Notre Dame, 10th-seeded Miami went through a multi-week gauntlet to reach the title game. Before that, eighth-seeded Ohio State won four matchups against elite competition to win the national championship.
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