July 7, 2026

Tiers for 18 CFP contenders, from Ohio State to Penn State, USC to UCLA

By Bryan FischerFOX Sports College Football Writer The college football season is a month old and as much as the race for various conference titles has begun in earnest, so too has the chase for the College Football Playoff. The vast majority of teams are focused far more on local matters after limping through the non-conference slate with a loss or two, but the dream of holding that gleaming gold trophy remains alive for a handful of programs. Some can rightfully claim it’s almost destiny. A select few believe they have what it takes to make the field. An even scarcer contingent knows that as good as things have gone up to this point, they must take care of business to have a shot. Here’s a look at who’s really a contender and which others have work left to do. NATIONAL TITLE OR BUST No. 3 Ohio State Best win…

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