Where Miami Hurricanes landed in first College Football Playoff ranking of the season

The first College Football Playoff rankings of the 2025 season have been released, placing the Miami Hurricanes at No. 18. The rankings are determined by a 12-person selection committee and are the first of five weekly rankings leading up to the final decision on December 8, which will set the 12-team playoff field for the national championship. The Hurricanes, with a 6-2 record, have recently lost to Louisville and SMU, putting them on the edge of playoff contention. Miami must win its final four games and receive additional help to secure a playoff spot.

This season marks the second year of the 12-team playoff format, with the five highest-ranked conference champions earning automatic bids. The remaining seven spots are filled by the highest-ranked teams, regardless of conference affiliation. Current playoff matchups include Georgia vs. Memphis, Ole Miss vs. Virginia, BYU vs. Notre Dame, and Texas Tech vs. Oregon. The quarterfinals and semifinals are scheduled for major