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Today: March 03, 2026
Today: March 03, 2026

College Football Playoff

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Oregon-Indiana headed for a rematch, Ole Miss to play Miami as college football's final four is set

When Indiana met Oregon in October, the game served as the best test yet of whether the Hoosiers were a one-year wonder or a program that was here to stay

Oregon-Indiana headed for a rematch, Ole Miss to play Miami as college football's final four is set
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LSU football coach Kiffin attends Tigers' women's hoop game as Ole Miss beats Georgia at Sugar Bowl

New LSU football coach Lane Kiffin attended the No. 5 Tigers’ women’s basketball game on Thursday night as his former team — Mississippi — was taking on Georgia in a College Football Playoff quarterfinal game at the Sugar Bowl

LSU football coach Kiffin attends Tigers' women's hoop game as Ole Miss beats Georgia at Sugar Bowl
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Top-seeded Indiana routs Alabama 38-3 for its first Rose Bowl victory, roaring into CFP semifinals

Fernando Mendoza threw three touchdown passes, Indiana’s defense thoroughly throttled Alabama, and the top-seeded Hoosiers roared into the College Football Playoff semifinals with a 38-3 victory in the 112th Rose Bowl

Top-seeded Indiana routs Alabama 38-3 for its first Rose Bowl victory, roaring into CFP semifinals
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Alabama QB Ty Simpson says a cracked rib sidelined him in 2nd half of blowout Rose Bowl loss

Alabama quarterback Ty Simpson says a cracked rib sidelined him in the second half of the Crimson Tide’s 38-3 loss to top-seeded Indiana in the Rose Bowl

Alabama QB Ty Simpson says a cracked rib sidelined him in 2nd half of blowout Rose Bowl loss
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Texas two-step in CFP has Miami within a win of playing for a national title at home

Miami is a win away from a chance to play for a national championship in its home stadium

Texas two-step in CFP has Miami within a win of playing for a national title at home
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More campus games? Big 12 commish says 'everything is on the table' when it comes to playoff reboot

While fans trickled into the Orange Bowl stadium where tickets were going for as little as $39, the commissioner of the Big 12 said “everything is on the table” when it comes to rebooting the College Football Playoff, including potentially moving another round of games onto campus

More campus games? Big 12 commish says 'everything is on the table' when it comes to playoff reboot
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Defense carries the day for Oregon, as Ducks move into CFP semifinals by topping Texas Tech 23-0

Oregon dominated Texas Tech with a 23-0 victory in the College Football Playoff quarterfinal at the Orange Bowl

Defense carries the day for Oregon, as Ducks move into CFP semifinals by topping Texas Tech 23-0
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Miami beats defending national champ Ohio State 24-14 in the CFP quarterfinal at Cotton Bowl

Keionte Scott returned an interception 72 yards for a touchdown and No. 10 Miami shocked defending champion Ohio State 24-14 in the first College Football Playoff quarterfinal at the Cotton Bowl

Miami beats defending national champ Ohio State 24-14 in the CFP quarterfinal at Cotton Bowl
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Another bye bites the dust as defending champ Ohio State falls to Miami in CFP quarterfinals

These Ohio State Buckeyes won’t win the first back-to-back national championships in school history and the College Football Playoff still doesn’t have a winner from teams with the first-round byes

Another bye bites the dust as defending champ Ohio State falls to Miami in CFP quarterfinals
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Role reversals: Alabama returns to the Rose Bowl as a CFP underdog to face powerhouse Indiana

Nick Saban coached his final game for Alabama just two years ago in the Rose Bowl when his Crimson Tide lost to Michigan

Role reversals: Alabama returns to the Rose Bowl as a CFP underdog to face powerhouse Indiana
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Ole Miss defense looks to redeem a humiliating showing against Georgia in the Sugar Bowl

Redemption will be on the minds of Mississippi Rebels defensive players when they meet third-ranked Georgia at Thursday’s Sugar Bowl in the quarterfinals of the College Football Playoff

Ole Miss defense looks to redeem a humiliating showing against Georgia in the Sugar Bowl
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College Football Playoff ratings drop 7% as NFL competition impacts viewership

The College Football Playoff's first round averaged 9.9 million viewers across multiple networks, marking a 7% drop from last year

College Football Playoff ratings drop 7% as NFL competition impacts viewership
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Ryan Day takes over offensive play-calling duties for Ohio State in College Football Playoff

Ryan Day will call the offensive plays for Ohio State during the College Football Playoff

Ryan Day takes over offensive play-calling duties for Ohio State in College Football Playoff
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Former QB Jacob Rodriguez now All-America linebacker for playoff team Texas Tech

Jacob Rodriguez was sleeping on the floor of his brother’s apartment when he first got to Texas Tech as a walk-on in the spring of 2022

Former QB Jacob Rodriguez now All-America linebacker for playoff team Texas Tech
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James Madison puts up valiant fight, but Group of Five teams still have much to prove in CFP

Perhaps it was James Madison going for it twice on fourth down on its first drive of the game

James Madison puts up valiant fight, but Group of Five teams still have much to prove in CFP
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No. 5 Oregon beats No. 19 James Madison 51-34 in College Football Playoff opener

Dante Moore threw four touchdown passes and ran for another score and No. 5 Oregon beat No. 19 James Madison 51-34 on Saturday night in a College Football Playoff opener

No. 5 Oregon beats No. 19 James Madison 51-34 in College Football Playoff opener
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Oregon, Miami and Ole Miss advance to the quarterfinals of the College Football Playoff

Oregon, Miami and Ole Miss advance to the quarterfinals of the College Football Playoff

Oregon, Miami and Ole Miss advance to the quarterfinals of the College Football Playoff
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Chambliss and No. 6 Ole Miss ace their test without Kiffin and beat No. 17 Tulane 41-10 in the CFP

Trinidad Chabliss and Mississippi have aced their first test without former coach Lane Kiffin

Chambliss and No. 6 Ole Miss ace their test without Kiffin and beat No. 17 Tulane 41-10 in the CFP
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Miami's fierce defense dominates Texas A&M to advance to Cotton Bowl

Miami brought a nasty defense into Texas A&M Saturday to down the seventh-seeded Aggies in the College Football Playoff

Miami's fierce defense dominates Texas A&M to advance to Cotton Bowl
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How a small school in the Virginia mountains slowly became college football’s most unlikely national title contender

How a small school in the Virginia mountains slowly became college football’s most unlikely national title contender

How a small school in the Virginia mountains slowly became college football’s most unlikely national title contender
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Notre Dame running back Jeremiyah Love announces he's entering NFL draft

Notre Dame running back Jeremiyah Love is bypassing his senior season to enter the NFL draft

Notre Dame running back Jeremiyah Love announces he's entering NFL draft
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Big Ten puts 10 on AP All-America first team, led by 4 from Ohio State and Hoosier star Mendoza

The Associated Press has released its All-America team, featuring four Ohio State players among 10 first-team picks from the Big Ten Conference

Big Ten puts 10 on AP All-America first team, led by 4 from Ohio State and Hoosier star Mendoza
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No. 1 Indiana keeps defensive coordinator Bryant Haines with new contract, AP source says

No. 1 Indiana is keeping defensive coordinator Bryant Haines after he agreed to a new contract that will make him one of the highest-paid assistant coaches in the nation, according to a person with knowledge of the deal

No. 1 Indiana keeps defensive coordinator Bryant Haines with new contract, AP source says
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Fernando Mendoza is AP player of the year after leading Indiana to 13-0 record and top seed in CFP

Fernando Mendoza was named Associated Press player of the year after leading unbeaten and top-ranked Indiana to its first Big Ten championship since 1967 and the No. 1 seed in the College Football Playoff

Fernando Mendoza is AP player of the year after leading Indiana to 13-0 record and top seed in CFP
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Notre Dame AD still upset with ACC and CFP committee, calls for expansion to 16-team playoff field

Notre Dame athletic director Pete Bevacqua thinks there’s a simple solution to politicking for College Football Playoff spots: expansion

Notre Dame AD still upset with ACC and CFP committee, calls for expansion to 16-team playoff field
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'Brought out the kid in me': Sooner fans, businesses celebrate hosting playoff game in Norman

'Brought out the kid in me': Sooner fans, businesses celebrate hosting playoff game in Norman

'Brought out the kid in me': Sooner fans, businesses celebrate hosting playoff game in Norman
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Miami's Mario Cristobal relieved by CFP berth, but knows process isn't perfect

Mario Cristobal reflects on his time with Nick Saban at Alabama, recalling a memorable lesson about making tough decisions in football

Miami's Mario Cristobal relieved by CFP berth, but knows process isn't perfect
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Notre Dame opts out of bowl game after getting 'punched in the stomach' by CFP

Notre Dame has announced it will not participate in a bowl game this season after being left out of the College Football Playoff

Notre Dame opts out of bowl game after getting 'punched in the stomach' by CFP
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Vanderbilt was serious about scheduling a 13th game to bolster its CFP chances

Vanderbilt coach Clark Lea lobbied all week and offered to add a 13th game to the schedule, “in the parking lot” if they had to, for one more shot at impressing the College Football Playoff selection committee

Vanderbilt was serious about scheduling a 13th game to bolster its CFP chances
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The Latest: College Football Playoff sees Indiana at No. 1 with Miami and Bama making the cut

The College Football Playoff rankings have been released

The Latest: College Football Playoff sees Indiana at No. 1 with Miami and Bama making the cut
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College Football Playoff field is set: Indiana, Ohio State, Georgia, Texas Tech earn first-round byes

College Football Playoff field is set: Indiana, Ohio State, Georgia, Texas Tech earn first-round byes

College Football Playoff field is set: Indiana, Ohio State, Georgia, Texas Tech earn first-round byes
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Can Alabama make it into the College Football Playoff with 3 losses? Can Duke make it with 5?

Alabama is forcing the group that will set the College Football Playoff bracket to ask: Should a 12-team tournament include a team with three losses

Can Alabama make it into the College Football Playoff with 3 losses? Can Duke make it with 5?
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Duke beats No. 16 Virginia 27-20 in overtime for first outright ACC championship since 1962

Duke has won its first outright Atlantic Coast Conference title since 1962 and thrown the College Football Playoff into chaos

Duke beats No. 16 Virginia 27-20 in overtime for first outright ACC championship since 1962
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Fans of other schools rejoice at ACC title game as Duke win increases CFP uncertainty

Duke's overtime win against No. 16 Virginia in the Atlantic Coast Conference title game attracted its share of curious onlookers, given the league's uncertain footing for College Football Playoff bids

Fans of other schools rejoice at ACC title game as Duke win increases CFP uncertainty
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No. 3 Georgia ends No. 10 Alabama's hold on rivalry, beats Crimson Tide 28-7 to win SEC championship

No. 3 Georgia has solidified its position for a first-round bye in the College Football Playoff by beating Alabama in the Southeastern Conference championship game for the first time

No. 3 Georgia ends No. 10 Alabama's hold on rivalry, beats Crimson Tide 28-7 to win SEC championship
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A dismal performance in the SEC title games puts Alabama's playoff hopes in jeopardy

Alabama may have played itself out of the College Football Playoff

A dismal performance in the SEC title games puts Alabama's playoff hopes in jeopardy
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Texas Tech earns Big 12 title and likely first-round CFP bye with 34-7 win over BYU

Texas Tech linebacker Ben Roberts had two interceptions after halftime and the No. 5 Red Raiders won the Big 12 championship with 34-7 victory over BYU

Texas Tech earns Big 12 title and likely first-round CFP bye with 34-7 win over BYU
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No. 19 James Madison makes case for playoff with 31-14 win over Troy in Sun Belt title game

No. 19 James Madison has made its case for a College Football Playoff berth

No. 19 James Madison makes case for playoff with 31-14 win over Troy in Sun Belt title game
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Mississippi AD, players and state official say Kiffin's account about his departure is inaccurate

Mississippi athletic director Keith Carter and others challenge Lane Kiffin's account of events surrounding his departure for LSU

Mississippi AD, players and state official say Kiffin's account about his departure is inaccurate
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Kansas State coach Chris Klieman is stepping down after 7 seasons leading the Wildcats

Kansas State football coach Chris Klieman has announced his retirement after nearly 35 years in coaching and the last seven leading the Wildcats, a run that included the Big 12 championship three years ago and a bowl trip every season but one

Kansas State coach Chris Klieman is stepping down after 7 seasons leading the Wildcats
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Ole Miss coach Lane Kiffin emotional, non-committal about his future, following Egg Bowl triumph

Ole Miss coach Lane Kiffin says he feels he like he has to make an announcement about his coaching future by Saturday and says doing so won't be “as enjoyable as people think.”

Ole Miss coach Lane Kiffin emotional, non-committal about his future, following Egg Bowl triumph
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No. 16 Texas spoils No. 3 Texas A&M's perfect season 27-17, knocks Aggies out of SEC title game

Arch Manning threw a touchdown pass and ran for the clinching score late in the fourth quarter and No. 16 Texas beat No. 3 Texas A&M 27-17 on Friday night to spoil the Aggies’ undefeated season and knock them out of the Southeastern Conference championship game

No. 16 Texas spoils No. 3 Texas A&M's perfect season 27-17, knocks Aggies out of SEC title game
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No. 1 Ohio State tops No. 15 Michigan 27-9, will play No. 2 Indiana for B10 title

Julian Sayin threw three touchdown passes, including a 35-yarder to Jeremiah Smith on a fourth down in the second quarter, and No. 1 Ohio State beat No. 15 Michigan 27-9 in a dominant performance

No. 1 Ohio State tops No. 15 Michigan 27-9, will play No. 2 Indiana for B10 title
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No. 13 Miami races past No. 24 Pitt 38-7 to state its case for a CFP berth

Carson Beck passed for 267 yards and three touchdowns as No. 13 Miami beat No. 24 Pittsburgh 38-7

No. 13 Miami races past No. 24 Pitt 38-7 to state its case for a CFP berth
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Mateer throws late TD pass, No. 8 Oklahoma beats LSU 17-13 to likely secure playoff spot

John Mateer threw a 58-yard touchdown pass to Isaiah Sategna with 4:16 left to overcome three interceptions, and No. 8 Oklahoma beat LSU 17-13 on Saturday night to likely wrap up a College Football Playoff spot

Mateer throws late TD pass, No. 8 Oklahoma beats LSU 17-13 to likely secure playoff spot
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Lane Kiffin decides to leave Ole Miss to coach at LSU

Lane Kiffin decides to leave Ole Miss to coach at LSU

Lane Kiffin decides to leave Ole Miss to coach at LSU
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Ole Miss loses coach, but moves up a spot in College Football Playoff rankings; Ohio St still No. 1

Ole Miss lost a coach but gained in the College Football Rankings, moving up a spot to No. 6 despite the sudden departure of Lane Kiffin to LSU

Ole Miss loses coach, but moves up a spot in College Football Playoff rankings; Ohio St still No. 1
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North Texas, Tulane coaches finishing season with their American teams before moving to new P4 jobs

North Texas coach Eric Morris and Tulane’s Jon Sumrall confided in each other over the past few weeks facing similar decisions about their futures

North Texas, Tulane coaches finishing season with their American teams before moving to new P4 jobs
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QBs Arch Manning and Marcel Reed set for high-stakes showdown in Texas-Texas A&M rivalry game

Texas’ Arch Manning started the season as a top Heisman Trophy contender

QBs Arch Manning and Marcel Reed set for high-stakes showdown in Texas-Texas A&M rivalry game