2024 College Football Playoff Rankings Predictions: Week 13 Projections

2024 College Football Playoff Rankings Predictions: Week 13 Projections

November 19, 2024 Catherine Williams - Chief Editor Sports

The third College Football Playoff (CFP) rankings of 2024 will be released soon. The rankings will be announced on Tuesday night, November 19. Here are predictions for how the top 25 teams may be ranked based on head-to-head results, schedule strength, and performance against ranked teams.

2024 College Football Playoff Rankings Predictions

  1. Oregon (11-0) – Oregon remains at No. 1 after narrowly defeating Wisconsin.
  2. Ohio State (9-1) – Ohio State stays at No. 2 following a win over Northwestern.
  3. Texas (9-1) – Texas remains the highest-ranked SEC team after defeating Arkansas.
  4. Penn State (9-1) – After defeating Purdue, Penn State retains its position in the top four.
  5. Indiana (10-0) – Indiana had a bye week, and no team in the top 10 surpassed its performance.
  6. Notre Dame (9-1) – With losses by BYU and Tennessee, Notre Dame moves up.
  7. Miami (Fla.) (9-1) – Miami remains ahead of two-loss SEC teams, despite Georgia’s recent win.
  8. Georgia (8-2) – After beating Tennessee, Georgia is projected to take the top spot among two-loss SEC teams.
  9. Tennessee (8-2) – Despite their losses, Tennessee’s win over Alabama helps them stay in the rankings.
  10. Alabama (8-2) – Alabama holds No. 10, ahead of Ole Miss but still struggling with their recent losses.
  11. Ole Miss (8-2) – Ole Miss is projected to stay at No. 11 following a bye.
  12. BYU (9-1) – BYU drops in the rankings due to a recent loss but remains the top team in the Big 12.
  13. Boise State (9-1) – Boise State stays behind BYU after its win-loss record.
  14. SMU (9-1) – SMU is in playoff contention after winning against Boston College.
  15. Texas A&M (7-2) – A win over New Mexico State does not significantly impact Texas A&M’s ranking.
  16. Colorado (8-2) – Colorado’s recent win helps them remain in the rankings, despite a tough schedule.
  17. South Carolina (7-3) – South Carolina’s win over Missouri improves their position.
  18. Clemson (8-2) – Clemson barely edges out South Carolina but remains in the rankings.
  19. Arizona State (8-2) – Arizona State enters the rankings after a significant win.
  20. Army (9-0) – Army moves into the top 20 after other teams falter.
  21. Kansas State (7-3) – Kansas State stays in the rankings despite recent losses.
  22. Tulane (8-2) – Tulane rises in the rankings after a shutout victory.
  23. Iowa State (8-2) – Iowa State returns to the rankings after a recent win.
  24. Missouri (7-3) – Missouri remains ranked but has not beaten any current top teams.
  25. Illinois (7-3) – Illinois joins the rankings at No. 25 after a solid season.

Potential CFP Bracket

The mock bracket for the 2024 College Football Playoff features the predicted top teams, with specific matchups expected based on team rankings.

Key Questions About CFP Rankings

  1. Ranking Two-Loss SEC Teams: The committee has several teams with two losses, including Georgia, Tennessee, Alabama, and Ole Miss. Their order could influence future rankings.

  2. BYU’s Ranking Drop: After their recent loss, how far BYU will drop remains to be seen, especially in comparison to two-loss SEC teams.

  3. New Teams Joining Rankings: Several teams outside the top 15 might enter the rankings after notable victories.

Stay updated for the official rankings release on Tuesday, November 19, 2024.

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