Fansided · Jan 24
New playoff committee rules make it harder for Oregon, easier for ND
With Dante Moore back, the Ducks are among the favorites for the national championship in 2026, but it will be harder to make the field next year. | Grace Hollars/IndyStar / USA TODAY NETWORK via Imagn ImagesThe good news is that the College Football Playoff field will remain at 12 next year, but the bad news is that new selection rules make it harder for the Ducks.
In 2026, the playoff field will consist of the four Power 4 Champions, the highest ranked Group of 6 champion, and seven at-large teams. Notre Dame gets in automatically if they finish in the selection committee's top 12.
