Alabama Overtakes Notre Dame in Latest College Football Playoff Rankings
Alabama moves ahead of Notre Dame to secure the ninth spot in the latest College Football Playoff rankings, with Ohio State and Indiana maintaining the top two positions.
In the latest College Football Playoff rankings released on December 2, 2025, Alabama (10-2) has moved up to the ninth position, surpassing Notre Dame (10-2), which now sits at tenth. Ohio State (12-0) and Indiana (12-0) continue to hold the top two spots, respectively.
Georgia (11-1) has advanced to third place, followed by Texas Tech (11-1) at fourth. Oregon (11-1) and Ole Miss (11-1) occupy the fifth and sixth positions, respectively. Texas A&M (11-1) has dropped to seventh after a recent loss to Texas.
The shift in rankings between Alabama and Notre Dame is attributed to Alabama's recent victory over Auburn, while Notre Dame's win over Stanford was less impactful. CFP committee chairman Hunter Yurachek noted the ongoing debate within the committee regarding the positioning of these two teams.
With conference championship games approaching, the final playoff spots remain contested. The upcoming SEC Championship Game between Georgia and Alabama is particularly significant, as its outcome could influence the final rankings.
The final College Football Playoff rankings and matchups will be announced on Sunday, December 7.
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