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College football winners and losers: What we think the 2025 College Football Playoff field will look like

December 7, 2025

As the College Football Playoff committee prepares for the final rankings, the top four teams appear largely settled, with Tulane and James Madison expected to secure spots as conference champions. The main contention lies between Alabama, Notre Dame, and Miami, particularly after Alabama's loss to Georgia and Miami's earlier victory over Notre Dame.

College football winners and losers: What we think the 2025 College Football Playoff field will look like

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Tulane and James Madison are projected to be the final two conference champions in the playoff field.
Alabama fell to Georgia in the SEC title game, finishing with a 10-3 record.
Notre Dame and Miami both hold a 10-2 record, with Miami having defeated Notre Dame earlier in the season.
Ohio State lost to Indiana in a stunning Big Ten Championship Game.
Duke's overtime win against Virginia added to the playoff drama.

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College football winners and losers: What we think the 2025 College Football Playoff field will look like

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