College Football Playoff rankings: Oregon climbs after win over USC

Joel Klatt analyzed whether the Michigan Wolverines could beat the Ohio State Buckeyes for a fifth year in a row to make the CFP. He broke down their strong win against the Maryland Terrapins and the Michigan mindset around 'The Game.'

The latest College Football Playoff rankings showed minimal movement as the college football regular season approaches its final week. 

One notable change from last week saw Oregon overtake Ole Miss, swapping the No. 6 and No. 7 spots. 

Oregon’s win over USC moved the Ducks ahead of Ole Miss during the Rebels' bye week. 

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Oregon quarterback Dante Moore (5) looks for an opening in the Southern California defense during the second half Saturday, Nov. 22, 2025, in Eugene, Oregon. (AP Photo/Lydia Ely)

The other meaningful shift was Miami’s move to No. 11 in a switch with Utah after the Utes gave up 472 yards rushing in a tight win over Kansas State.

There are two more rounds of rankings to be revealed, ending on Dec. 7, when the rankings will set the bracket for the 12-team playoff starting Dec. 19,

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Indiana wide receiver Omar Cooper Jr. (3) celebrates a touchdown pass with offensive lineman Adedamola Ajani (72) during the fourth quarter against Penn State in State College, Pa., Nov. 8, 2025. (Barry Reeger/AP Photo)

Ohio State and Indiana will play in what should be a No. 1 vs. No. 2 Big Ten title game if both win rivalry games on the road over Thanksgiving weekend. Ohio State’s task is more difficult against Michigan, which moved up three spots to No. 15. Indiana plays Purdue.

No. 10 Alabama plays at Auburn with a spot in the Southeastern