The College Football Playoff picture is starting to take shape after the release of the first CFP Rankings for the 2024 season. Oregon and Georgia are leading the way as the top two seeds, with Miami and BYU also in the mix. The new 12-team format has brought some changes to the rankings, with Big Ten teams like Ohio State and Penn State looking strong.
One of the biggest surprises in the rankings is the positioning of BYU at No. 9. Despite being undefeated and having wins over strong opponents like SMU and Kansas State, the Cougars are being treated as if they have a loss. This could be a disadvantage for them as they look to secure a spot in the playoff.
Boise State, on the other hand, has received some respect from the selection committee. The Broncos are ranked at No. 12, ahead of other Group of Five contenders like Army. With a quality win over Washington State and a close loss to top-ranked Oregon, Boise State has a good chance to move up in the rankings if they continue to perform well.
In the SEC, there are four teams ranked between No. 11 and No. 16, including Alabama, Texas A&M, LSU, and Ole Miss. These teams have crucial matchups coming up that could make or break their playoff hopes. With undefeated teams like Indiana in the mix, the competition is fierce and any losses could be detrimental to a team’s chances.
Overall, the College Football Playoff race is heating up as we head into the latter part of the season. With elimination games on the horizon and strong performances from teams like Oregon and Georgia, the playoff bracket is far from set. It will be interesting to see how things unfold in the coming weeks as teams jockey for position and look to secure a spot in the playoff.
