College football rankings are primed for chaos today as the CFP Selection Show airs at noon ET on ESPN. Last night’s stunning 13-10 upset victory by Indiana over previously undefeated Ohio State has shaken up the entire College Football Playoff picture. The selection committee must now decide whether Indiana’s Big Ten Championship triumph bumps them to No. 1 and reshuffles the entire 12-team playoff bracket.
🔥 Quick Facts
- Indiana defeats Ohio State 13-10 to win first Big Ten Championship since 1967
- CFP Selection Show airs today at 12:00 p.m. ET on ESPN for next 3 hours
- Ohio State drops to 12-1 after first loss; Indiana improves to 13-0
- Selection committee rankings released at 12:45 p.m. ET with final 12-team bracket
Indiana’s Championship Shocker Changes Everything
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No. 2 Indiana shocked the college football world by defeating No. 1 Ohio State in Saturday night’s Big Ten Championship Game. Fernando Mendoza led the Hoosiers’ surprising championship run.
The upset marked Indiana’s first victory over Ohio State since 1988, ending a brutal 31-game Big Ten rivalry drought. Jayden Fielding’s missed 27-yard field goal with the game on the line proved costly for the Buckeyes, sealing their first defeat of the season.
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This stunning result means Indiana now holds an undefeated 13-0 record heading into today’s selection show, while Ohio State drops to 12-1. The Hoosiers captured their first Big Ten title since 1945, a monumental achievement for the program.
What the Rankings Battle Means for Teams
| Team | Record | Previous Rank |
| Indiana | 13-0 | No. 2 |
| Ohio State | 12-1 | No. 1 |
| Georgia | 11-1 | No. 3 |
| Texas Tech | 11-1 | No. 4 |
Selection Day Drama: Byes and Bracket Implications
The 12-team College Football Playoff format means four teams receive first-round byes. Indiana’s championship victory likely guarantees them a top seed with a bye.
Ohio State figures to remain a top four seed despite the loss, potentially locking in another bye before playoff games begin December 19-20. The selection committee must balance conference championships, strength of schedule, and head-to-head wins when making final determinations.
Georgia, Texas Tech, and Oregon all compete for remaining top four spots. Teams ranked fifth through eight face the first-round gauntlet at home on December 19-20.
Timeline to Championship: First-Round Games and Beyond
After today’s 12 p.m. ET selection show concludes, matchups become official. First-round games kick off Friday, December 19 and Saturday, December 20, with eight teams competing for four quarterfinalist spots.
Winners advance to quarterfinals on January 9-10, followed by semifinals on January 19. The championship game concludes at Hard Rock Stadium in Miami on January 19, 2026. Indiana and Ohio State will learn their exact opponents and seeding within hours.
Will Indiana Stay Perfect or Does Ohio State Earn a Top-Four Spot?
The massive question looming over today’s selection show centers on whether Indiana’s championship pedigree propels them to No. 1 overall. The Hoosiers enter undefeated with the conference championship on their resume.
Meanwhile, where exactly does Ohio State land after one loss? Experts project the Buckeyes finish between No. 2 and No. 4, meaning another bye appears likely but nothing guaranteed.
Sources
- ESPN – Live game coverage and playoff rankings
- USA Today – Conference championship results and reactions
- College Football Playoff – Official selection committee information
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