2026-27 College Football Playoff Bracket Predictions

TeamQuarterfinalSemifinalFinalsChampion
Ohio State2100.00%66.65%45.18%25.79%
Indiana1100.00%70.32%42.01%25.06%
Georgia3100.00%63.89%26.73%12.53%
Oregon590.40%47.27%23.21%10.32%
Texas Tech4100.00%51.27%23.21%9.74%
Texas A&M760.38%20.06%10.38%4.62%
Ole Miss685.79%33.56%10.38%3.37%
Miami1039.62%13.18%6.79%3.37%
Alabama952.17%17.58%6.30%3.37%
Oklahoma847.83%12.31%4.64%1.57%
James Madison129.60%1.65%0.58%0.15%
Tulane1114.21%2.25%0.58%0.11%

The College Football Playoff has expanded to 12 teams, making the path to the national championship more exciting and unpredictable than ever before.

College Football Playoff Odds

#TeamConfOddsProb
1TexasSEC+70012.5%
2Notre DameIndependent+70012.5%
3Ohio StateBig Ten+70012.5%
4IndianaBig Ten+70012.5%
5OregonBig Ten+90010.0%
6GeorgiaSEC+11008.3%
7LSUSEC+13007.1%
8Miami (FL)ACC+15006.2%
9Texas TechSEC+15006.2%
10Texas A&MSEC+18005.3%
11AlabamaSEC+22004.3%
12Ole MissSEC+35002.8%
13USCBig Ten+35002.8%
14OklahomaSEC+35002.8%
15MichiganBig Ten+40002.4%
16Penn StateBig Ten+50002.0%

How CFB Playoff Odds Work

College football playoff odds reflect each team’s chances to win the national championship. With the expanded 12-team format, more programs have a realistic path to the title game.

Understanding the Odds: A team listed at +500 would return $500 on a $100 bet if they win the championship. The implied probability shows each team’s expected chance of winning based on current betting markets.

Key Factors in CFB Playoff Betting

Bracket Position: In the new 12-team format, seeding matters tremendously. Top seeds receive first-round byes and favorable matchups through the bracket.

Quarterback Play: Elite quarterback play is essential for a championship run. Teams with proven signal-callers consistently outperform in high-pressure playoff games.

Schedule Strength: Teams that navigate tough schedules build momentum and experience heading into December.

Coaching: Experienced coaches who have been to big games know how to prepare their teams for the playoff spotlight.

Betting Strategy for the Playoff

Early Value: Lock in odds before the season starts for the best value on sleeper teams. Odds shorten significantly once teams establish themselves as contenders.

Watch for Movement: Key injuries, signature wins, and conference championship results all cause major odds movement in December.

About Our CFB Playoff Odds

Our college football playoff odds are updated throughout the season. Bookmark this page and check back as the playoff picture develops.

Put our projections to the test when you fill out your College Football Playoff Bracket!

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