First CFP rankings prove committee loves the SEC compared to coaches poll

Published by USA TODAY Sports on November 3, 2026 at 8:41 PM ET

The College Football Playoff selection committee gave SEC teams higher ranked spots compared to the US LBM Coaches Poll.

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