In a big moment for college football, the first College Football Playoff (CFP) rankings for the 2024 season were revealed on Tuesday. Making history, the Oregon Ducks have landed the No. 1 spot, marking the first time in the program’s history that they have topped the CFP rankings since its inception in 2014. Prior to this, the Ducks had reached a high of No. 2 for five weeks in that same year.
Sitting behind Oregon is the Ohio State Buckeyes, ranked No. 2 after a solid season record of 7-1. Their only defeat came from Oregon back in Week 7. Recently, Ohio State impressively defeated Penn State, another top-five team, solidifying their position in the rankings. The Georgia Bulldogs hold the No. 3 spot, also at 7-1, boasting victories against Clemson and Texas. Meanwhile, the Miami Hurricanes remain undefeated at 8-0, placing them at No. 4.
In the projected bracket for the playoffs, Oregon, Georgia, Miami, and BYU would receive first-round byes. The rankings also sparked interesting narratives for teams like Colorado, Indiana, and Ohio State. Colorado, ranked No. 20, is making a comeback. Under Coach Deion Sanders, they are 6-2 and have a shot at the 12-team CFP. The Buffs need to win their remaining games and hope for favorable outcomes among other contenders.
On the flip side, Indiana has impressed everyone with a 9-0 record, their highest CFP ranking at No. 8. They are poised to potentially make history by winning 10 games this season. The Hoosiers have shown dominance against their opponents and could earn a spot in the national title conversation.
Ohio State is positioned well at No. 5 and could be in an advantageous spot moving forward. As the likely runner-up in the Big Ten, if they secure a conference title, they may end up facing a comparatively weaker team in the playoffs.
Here’s a look at the full first set of CFP rankings:
- 1. Oregon
- 2. Ohio State
- 3. Georgia
- 4. Miami (Fla.)
- 5. Texas
- 6. Penn State
- 7. Tennessee
- 8. Indiana
- 9. BYU
- 10. Notre Dame
- 11. Alabama
- 12. Boise State
- 13. SMU
- 14. Texas A&M
- 15. LSU
- 16. Ole Miss
- 17. Iowa State
- 18. Pitt
- 19. Kansas State
- 20. Colorado
- 21. Washington State
- 22. Louisville
- 23. Clemson
- 24. Missouri
- 25. Army
As we proceed through the season, many eyes will be watching how these rankings shift and how teams perform as they compete for a coveted spot in the playoffs.
