July 5, 2026

What is Ohio State football's path to the College Football Playoff?


Does Ohio State football have a shot at making the College Football Playoff? After the Buckeyes’ 45-23 loss to Michigan at home Saturday, their chances are slimmer, appearing at No. 5 in the latest rankings with one loss and no chance to play in the Big Ten championship game. C.J. Stroud:Amid loss and family heartbreak, Ohio State QB C.J. Stroud matures into model leader Marvin Harrison Jr.: ‘I want to be great so bad.’ Marvin Harrison Jr. combines talent with work ethic at OSU Ohio State will have to wait and see what No. 3 TCU and No. 4 Southern California do in the Big 12 and Pac-12 championships, with likely No. 1 Georgia and No. 2 Michigan’s spots locked up in the final four. Here’s where Ohio State would likely stand in the College Football Playoff rankings given a few specific scenarios during championship weekend. Your subscription to the…

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