The College Football Playoff (CFP) bracket is the official tournament structure used to determine the national champion in NCAA Division I FBS football. It outlines the matchups for a single-elimination postseason tournament, where the 2024-25 season marked the 11th edition of this system. The bracket is a central focus for the sport, culminating the regular season.
This event is notable because it represents the pinnacle of American college football, deciding the national champion through a high-stakes playoff. The structure and team selections are determined by a selection committee, whose weekly rankings generate significant discussion and debate among fans, analysts, and universities throughout the season.
The CFP bracket has been a prominent topic in recent sports news due to the ongoing release of the committee's weekly rankings. Numerous sports outlets have been covering the fluctuations in these rankings, analyzing their implications for the final bracket, and publishing projected tournament fields. The news reflects the intense speculation surrounding which teams will ultimately qualify for the limited playoff spots as the regular season enters its final weeks.
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