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The second College Football Playoff (CFP) rankings, set to be unveiled tonight, are expected to see significant changes at the top. Georgia is likely to ascend to the number-one position following Miami's loss to Notre Dame this past Saturday. The USA TODAY reports that Notre Dame is projected to jump into the top five, while Miami could fall to sixth place.
Utah is also expected to climb in the rankings after a dominant win over archrival BYU. Despite Utah's unbeaten record and impressive victories, the committee is expected to favor Georgia's road wins against Alabama and Ole Miss, according to Yahoo Sports.
Ohio State is anticipated to drop significantly after a loss to Oregon, which marked their second consecutive defeat. The Buckeyes, previously ranked No. 12, are likely to fall to around No. 20, as noted by Clarion Ledger. This new position aligns with their standing in the US LBM Coaches Poll.
The rankings will also address the placement of several three-loss teams in the SEC and Big Ten, including Ole Miss, LSU, and Missouri. The committee's decision will reflect how they value strength of schedule versus win-loss records.
The CFP rankings will be released at 9 p.m. Eastern on ESPN, providing clarity on the playoff picture as the season progresses.