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The College Football Playoff is expanding from four teams to 12 this year

Live Updates of College Football Playoff Rankings, Bracket Revealed Nov. 5

A live look at the rankings as they're being revealed.

The College Football Playoff is expanding from four teams to 12 this year

Live Updates of College Football Playoff Rankings, Bracket Revealed Nov. 5

A live look at the rankings as they're being revealed.

Nov 2, 2024; Miami Gardens, Florida, USA; Miami Hurricanes quarterback Cam Ward (1) looks for a passing option against the Duke Blue Devils during the first quarter at Hard Rock Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Sam Navarro-Imagn Images

College Football Picks Against the Spread for Every Top 25 Game in Week 11

College football picks against the spread for every Top 25 matchup in Week 11 action.

Georgia Bulldogs quarterback Carson Beck walks off the field after the game against Florida.

College Football Straight Up Picks for Every Top 25 Game in Week 11

College football straight up picks for Week 11 action, including how to bet the winner of Ole Miss vs. Georgia.

Louisville's Tyler Shough passes during his team's upset of Clemson.

Post-Week 10 Bowl Projections for the 2024 College Football Season

A spate of upsets on the margins of the CFP shuffled the deck.

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Clemson Tigers head coach Dabo Swinney wasn't able to vote on Tuesday due to an error at his local polling station.

Clemson's Dabo Swinney Couldn't Vote on Tuesday Due to Elections Error

LSU Tigers quarterback Garrett Nussmeier has struggled with turnovers lately.

Forde-Yard Dash: Seven College Football Figures With Something to Fix

Kirk Herbstreit and his dog Ben.

Kirk Herbstreit Gives Concerning Health Update on His Beloved Dog Ben

Shedeur Sanders has thrown for 2,591 yards, with 21 touchdowns and six interceptions during the 2024 season.

Shedeur Sanders States the Obvious When Told to Register for Classes

Oregon Ducks wide receiver Tez Johnson warms up before the game against the Ohio State Buckeyes at Autzen Stadium.

Oregon Gets Promising Injury Update on WR Tez Johnson

Florida Gators head coach Billy Napier could be the first coaching domino in a cross-sport reset.

Forde-Yard Dash: Resetting the College Football Coaching Landscape

Colorado Buffaloes receiver Travis Hunter reacts to scoring a touchdown.

Travis Hunter Reveals What Number He'll Wear in the NFL Before He Pays for 12

Oregon offensive lineman Iapani Laloulu celebrates a touchdown during a game earlier this season.

Forde-Yard Dash: Key Questions Ahead of First College Football Playoff Rankings

Clemson Tigers head coach Dabo Swinney in a team huddle against the Louisville Cardinals.

Forde-Yard Dash: Four Teams That Lost Control of College Football Playoff Fate

No. 11 Clemson lost at home to Louisville on Saturday night, 33-21.

ESPN Announcer Blasted Dabo Swinney Over Weird Decision After Clemson's Late TD

SMU defensive end Isaiah Smith, left, and safety Brandon Crossley celebrates during the first half against Pitt.

SMU Back in National Spotlight and Has Control of College Football Playoff Destiny

Florida Gators head coach Billy Napier is back on the hot seat.

College Football Week 10 Takeaways: Billy Napier Tops Coaches on Hot Seat

Ohio State knocked off Penn State on Saturday in Happy Valley.

Projecting the First 12-Team College Football Playoff Ranking for Week 11

Vanderbilt linebacker Bryan Longwell broke out the receipts after the Commodores defeated Auburn on Saturday afternoon.

Vanderbilt's Bryan Longwell Breaks Out Receipts From Auburn Recruitment After Win

Louisiana-Monroe lost to Marshall on Saturday, but that's only part of the storyline coming out of the contest.

Louisiana-Monroe Coach's Altercation With Player Nearly Turns Physical

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Ohio State Buckeyes wide receiver Emeka Egbuka celebrates a touchdown against the Penn State Nittany Lions.

Ohio State’s Predictable Win Over Penn State at ‘Crossroads’ Sets Up Crucial Final Stretch

Daily leads the nation in scoring at 16.3 points per game.

Army QB Bryson Daily to Miss Game Against Air Force

Penn State safety Jaylen Reed returns an interception for a touchdown against Wisconsin. The undefeated Nittany Lions host Ohio State in the game of the week.

College Football Watchability Rankings: Ohio State vs. Penn State Stands Alone in Week 10

Army defensive lineman Dre Miller (97) and wide receiver Liam Fortner (4) celebrate after a game this season.

An Inside Look at Army, the Toughest Football Program in America

Boise State Broncos running back Ashton Jeanty has taken an unconventional path to a Heisman-contending season.

Ashton Jeanty Is Familiar With Unconventional Paths, So Bring on Heisman and CFP Contention

Could Ohio State coach Ryan Day and the Buckeyes be walking into a trap game Saturday at Penn State?

Forde-Yard Dash: Nemesis Games to Watch With Lopsided Recent Advantages

Texas A&M has gotten tougher on the line of scrimmage under first-year head coach Mike Elko.

Forde-Yard Dash: The Secret to Success for 10 Standout Teams

SEC commissioner Greg Sankey would campaign for his conference to get the most bids into the CFP.

Forde-Yard Dash: Each Conference’s Ad for the College Football Playoff

LSU Tigers quarterback Garrett Nussmeier looks on against the Texas A&M Aggies.

Forde-Yard Dash: College Football Playoff Hopefuls Starting to Separate

Texas A&M Aggies quarterback Marcel Reed celebrates after scoring a touchdown in the third quarter against the LSU Tigers.

College Football Week 9 Takeaways: Backup Quarterbacks Rule the Weekend

Notre Dame Fighting Irish quarterback Riley Leonard looks to throw the ball against the Navy Midshipmen.

Notre Dame Takes Advantage of Navy’s Turnovers to Bolster College Football Playoff Résumé

Boise State quarterback Maddux Madsen was 18-of-33 for 209 yards and two total touchdowns Friday.

Boise State Is Back and Has Sights Set on Group of 5’s College Football Playoff Berth

Notre Dame could play spoiler for one of the best stories of this college football season.

Notre Dame vs. America: How Navy and Army Matchups Could Shape College Football Playoff

The Navy Midshipmen are undefeated so far this season heading into a major Week 9 matchup against Notre Dame.

College Football Week 9 Watchability: Navy Gets Time in the Spotlight vs. Notre Dame

Boise State running back Ashton Jeanty gets Sports Illustrated's unanimous nod for midseason Heisman.

Sports Illustrated’s 2024 College Football Midseason All-Americans and Superlative Awards

Sep 28, 2024; Tuscaloosa, Alabama, USA; Alabama Crimson Tide quarterback Jalen Milroe (4) and head coach Kalen DeBoer during a timeout in the first quarter against the Georgia Bulldogs at Bryant-Denny Stadium

Where Alabama Ranks in Initial 2024 College Football Playoff Poll

Green Bay Packers defensive lineman Preston Smith (91) celebrates following the game against the Arizona Cardinals at Lambeau Field.

Pittsburgh Steelers Land Ex-Bulldog Preston Smith in Trade with Packers

Jan 8, 2024; Houston, TX, USA; A view of the CFP Trophy before the 2024 College Football Playoff national championship game between the Michigan Wolverines and the Washington Huskies at NRG Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Kirby Lee-Imagn Images

College Football Playoff Rankings: First Set of Standings Reveled

ASU Sun Devils running back Cam Skattebo (4) carries the ball against the Colorado Buffaloes at Mountain America Stadium in Tempe on October 7, 2023.

Big 12 Football: Ranking the Top-5 Running Back Rooms in the Big 12

Tennessee head coach Josh Heupel walks on the field before a game between Tennessee and Kentucky at Neyland Stadium in Knoxville, Tenn., Saturday, Nov. 2, 2024.

College Football Playoff Rankings Revealed: Tennessee Volunteers Discover Placement

Oct 26, 2024; Nashville, Tennessee, USA; Vanderbilt Commodores linebacker Randon Fontenette (2) shoves Texas Longhorns running back Jaydon Blue (23) out of bounds during the second half at FirstBank Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Steve Roberts-Imagn Images

Texas Longhorns Look To Get Run Game Back On Track

Penn State's James Franklin, left, talks to Ohio State's Ryan Day before a game on Nov. 2, 2024 in University Park, Pa. The Nittany Lions lost, 20-13, pushing Franklin's all-time record against the Buckeyes to 1-10.

Big Ten Football Head Coach Hot Seat Index After Week 10

Nov 3, 2024; Glendale, Arizona, USA; Chicago Bears quarterback Caleb Williams (18) reacts on the bench against the Arizona Cardinals at State Farm Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Mark J. Rebilas-Imagn Images

How Can Chicago Bears Rookie Quarterback Caleb Williams Get Back on Track?

Oklahoma State head football coach Mike Gundy walks of the field following the college football game between the Oklahoma State Cowboys and the Arizona State Sun Devils at Boone Pickens Stadium in Stillwater, Okla., Saturday, Nov., 2, 2024.

Big 12 Head Coach Hot Seat Index: Mike Gundy is Alone at the Top