College Football Playoff Path for 2025 Bubble Teams

As the college football season approaches its climax, several teams find themselves on the playoff bubble, with pivotal games determining their postseason fate.

Alabama Crimson Tide: Ranked 10th, Alabama must defeat Auburn in the Iron Bowl to maintain playoff hopes. A loss would result in three defeats, significantly diminishing their chances. A potential SEC championship game loss could also jeopardize their position, especially if BYU secures the Big 12 title.

BYU Cougars: Coach Kalani Sitake’s team faces a crucial end-of-season matchup against UCF. Victory would ensure a spot in the Big 12 championship game, where defeating Texas Tech would likely secure a playoff berth. A loss, however, would complicate their path, requiring external help.

Miami Hurricanes: Despite a head-to-head win against Notre Dame, Miami risks being excluded from the playoffs. Currently ranked 12th, they need a victory over Pittsburgh and favorable outcomes in other ACC games to secure a conference title