College Football Playoff Selection Committee Unveils Third Top 25 Rankings of 2025
The College Football Playoff (CFP) Selection Committee released its third set of rankings for the 2025 season on Tuesday, November 18, sending fresh momentum through the college football landscape as teams continue to vie for coveted playoff spots.
Leading the rankings is the undefeated Ohio State Buckeyes, holding firm at No. 1 with a perfect 10-0 record after a decisive 48-10 victory over UCLA. Close behind at No. 2 is the Indiana Hoosiers, who remain unbeaten at 11-0 following a dominant 31-7 win against Wisconsin.
Texas A&M stands strong at No. 3 with a 10-0 record, having narrowly edged out a victory over South Carolina. Meanwhile, the Georgia Bulldogs hold the No. 4 slot despite one loss, coming off a 35-10 win versus Texas. The Top 5 is rounded out by Texas Tech at No. 5, boasting a 10-1 record after a commanding 48-9 victory over UCF.
Full Top 10
- 1. Ohio State (10-0)
- 2. Indiana (11-0)
- 3. Texas A&M (10-0)
- 4. Georgia (9-1)
- 5. Texas Tech (10-1)
- 6. Ole Miss (10-1)
- 7. Oregon (9-1)
- 8. Oklahoma (8-2)
- 9. Notre Dame (8-2)
- 10. Alabama (8-2)
The rankings reflect the committee’s evaluation of not only win-loss records but also strength of schedule, head-to-head results, and late-season performances as teams approach the critical stages of the season.
Playoff Bracket Preview
Based on these rankings, the projected College Football Playoff bracket aligns with these seedings, setting up the following first-round matchups:
- No. 12 Tulane at No. 5 Texas Tech, with the winner facing No. 4 Georgia in the quarterfinals;
- No. 9 Notre Dame at No. 8 Oklahoma, with the winner meeting top-seeded Ohio State;
- No. 11 Miami at No. 6 Ole Miss, competing for a quarterfinal berth against No. 3 Texas A&M;
- No. 10 Alabama at No. 7 Oregon, with the winner advancing to face No. 2 Indiana.
These matchups highlight the competitive balance of the playoff field, with powerhouse programs from various conferences battling for supremacy.
Notable Trends and Teams on the Rise
Among the notable entries just outside the playoff picture, BYU at No. 11 and Utah at No. 12 are positioned as the first teams out should the playoff field expand. Miami, with one of the highest-ranked conference champion spots, stands at No. 13, underscoring their strong season performance.
The committee continues to emphasize wins against ranked opponents and recent form, which has propelled teams like Texas Tech and Ole Miss into prominent positions despite recent losses.
Looking Forward
With several weeks of regular-season play remaining, these rankings provide a snapshot of the current landscape yet leave room for potential movement as teams seek key victories to secure or improve playoff seeding. Fans can anticipate intense battles as the stakes grow higher, culminating in the College Football Playoff and the quest for the national championship.
The College Football Playoff Selection Committee is expected to release updated rankings weekly leading up to the postseason, providing ongoing insights into the evolving playoff picture for the 2025 season.