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The Irish were left out of the 12-team College Football Playoff field, but what about a 16- or 24-team format?

What Potential Matchups in 16- and 24-Team CFP Formats Would Look Like in 2025

Bryan Fischer

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Dec 7, 2025

FOX Sports analyst Robert Griffin III had a strong take about the inconsistency of the College Football Playoff committee.

Robert Griffin III calls College Football Playoff a 'joke' after controversial decision

Joe Cox

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Dec 7, 2025

Alabama was blown out against Georgia in the SEC championship game.

How Alabama’s College Football Playoff Gift Exposed the Committee’s Worst Flaws

Pat Forde

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Dec 7, 2025

Notre Dame fans were happy about the 2025 season on the field-- but certainly aren't about being left out of the 2025 College Football Playoff.

Most upset fan bases after final College Football Playoff field revealed

Joe Cox

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Dec 7, 2025

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Dec 6, 2025; Arlington, TX, USA; Texas Tech Red Raiders tight end Terrance Carter Jr. (7) attempts to elude BYU Cougars safety Faletau Satuala (11) during the first half at AT&T Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Jerome Miron-Imagn Images

BYU Unravels in Blowout Loss to Texas Tech

Casey Lundquist

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Dec 7, 2025

Nov 22, 2025; Eugene, Oregon, USA; Oregon Ducks head coach Dan Lanning smiles before the game against the Southern California Trojans at Autzen Stadium.

The Oregon Ducks’ Playoff Path And Opponents Are Clearer Than Ever

Charlie Viehl

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Dec 7, 2025

Which teams are moving up and down in the new AP top 25 college football rankings after an eventful Championship Week.

College football rankings: AP top 25 teams moving up, down for Bowl Season

James Parks

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Dec 6, 2025

Texas Tech Red Raiders tight end Terrance Carter Jr. (7) reacts after scoring a two-point conversion during the second half against the BYU Cougars at AT&T Stadium.

Recruits, Alumni React to Texas Tech's Big 12 Championship Victory

Jordan Epp

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Dec 6, 2025

College football and NFL analyst Robert Griffin III.

Robert Griffin III names two-loss program that should be in College Football Playoff

Ryan Young

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Dec 6, 2025

BYU Cougars quarterback Bear Bachmeier throws during the first quarter against the Texas Tech Red Raiders at AT&T Stadium.

BYU Cougars' Shot at Texas Looks Embarrassing After Awful Big 12 Championship

Zach Dimmitt

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Dec 6, 2025

Texas Tech Red Raiders linebacker Jacob Rodriguez (10) reacts during the first quarter against the BYU Cougars at AT&T Stadium.

Red Raiders Win Big 12 Championship Game, Making History Against BYU

Jordan Epp

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Dec 6, 2025

BYU head coach Kalani Sitake made a playoff case for his program despite the Big 12 Championship loss.

Kalani Sitake Makes BYU Playoff Case Despite Blowout Loss in Big 12 Championship

Mike McDaniel

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Dec 6, 2025

McGuire's Red Raiders captured the program's first-ever Big 12 championship with a 34-7 win over BYU on Saturday.

Texas Tech Coach Makes CFP Case for BYU After Big 12 Title Game Shellacking

Tim Capurso

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Dec 6, 2025

Texas Tech defeated BYU in the Big 12 championship game Saturday

Three Takeaways From Texas Tech’s Dominant Win in Big 12 Title Game Over BYU

Blake Silverman

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Dec 6, 2025

Patrick Mahomes (right) watched Texas Tech reach unprecedented heights Saturday.

Patrick Mahomes Sent Pumped Social-Media Message to Texas Tech After Big 12 Title

Patrick Andres

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Dec 6, 2025

Dec 6, 2025; Arlington, TX, USA; Texas Tech Red Raiders quarterback Behren Morton (2) throws during the first half against the BYU Cougars at AT&T Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Kevin Jairaj-Imagn Images

How Texas Tech's Win Over the BYU Cougars Impacts the College Football Playoff Race

Zack Nagy

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Dec 6, 2025

BYU Cougars wide receiver Darius Lassiter draws a penalty during a play against Texas Longhorns defensive back Derek Williams Jr. and defensive back Ryan Watts during the second half at Darrell K Royal-Texas Memorial Stadium.

Big 12 Championship Result Shows CFP Committee Got It Wrong With Texas

Zach Dimmitt

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Dec 6, 2025

Texas Tech head coach Joey McGuire talks to attendees before the Big 12 Championship football game, Saturday, Dec. 6, 2025, in AT&T Stadium in Arlington.

How Texas Tech's Win Over BYU Impacts Oregon Ducks' Playoff Seed

Charlie Viehl

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Dec 6, 2025

Dec 6, 2025; Arlington, TX, USA; BYU Cougars running back LJ Martin (4) is tackled by Texas Tech Red Raiders defensive back Cole Wisniewski (5) during the first half at AT&T Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Jerome Miron-Imagn Images

How BYU-Texas Tech changes College Football Playoff rankings amid Big 12 Championship

Jonathan Adams

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Dec 6, 2025

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