The College Football Playoff selection committee released its third rankings on November 18, 2025. Indiana Hoosiers hold steady at No. 2 with an impressive 11-0 record. The biggest shock? Oklahoma Sooners jumped into the top 8 after stunning Alabama. Coach Curt Cignetti has built something historic in Bloomington.
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🔥 Quick Facts:
- Indiana stays #2 in CFP rankings with perfect 11-0 record
- Oklahoma climbed to #8 after beating Alabama 23-21
- Ohio State leads at #1 with 10-0 record
- Indiana hosts Purdue on November 28 for season finale
- New CFP format gives five automatic bids to conference champions
What Happened With Indiana’s Undefeated Season
Indiana football remained in the No. 2 spot after Week 13 of the college football season. The Hoosiers defeated Wisconsin 31-7 at home on November 15. Head coach Curt Cignetti has engineered a stunning turnaround.
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Before Cignetti’s hiring in 2023, Indiana posted only three winning seasons over 25 years. Now the program has two consecutive undefeated home seasons. Indiana owns the nation’s longest active home winning streak.
“Curt Cignetti’s squad has Purdue remaining to complete an undefeated regular season.”
The CFP selection committee evaluates teams through November 15 games in each release. Indiana remains a favorite for the College Football Playoff. One goal remains: Purdue on November 28.
Why Oklahoma’s Shock Move Shakes the Top 4
Oklahoma Sooners landed in No. 8, rising five spots after No. 11 Oklahoma upset No. 4 Alabama 23-21 in Tuscaloosa. The win sent shockwaves through college football’s power rankings. Alabama tumbled from No. 4 to No. 10.
This victory proves Oklahoma controls its own playoff destiny. The Sooners now sit just behind Ohio State, Indiana, and Texas A&M. Georgia claimed the crucial No. 4 spot after routing Texas.
You need to understand the stakes here. Top 4 teams earn automatic first-round byes. Oklahoma’s rise creates dangerous competition for the final playoff spot. Teams ranked No. 5 through No. 8 battle for position.
Third Week Rankings: CFP Committee’s Latest Top 8
The College Football Playoff updates its rankings each week. Here’s where teams stand after Week 13 games through November 15, 2025:
| Rank | Team | Record | Previous |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Ohio State | 10-0 | No Change |
| 2 | Indiana | 11-0 | No Change |
| 3 | Texas A&M | 10-0 | No Change |
| 4 | Georgia | 9-1 | ↑ No. 5 |
| 5 | Texas Tech | 10-1 | No Change |
| 6 | Ole Miss | 9-1 | No Change |
| 7 | Oregon | 9-1 | No Change |
| 8 | Oklahoma | 9-2 | ↑ No. 11 |
The top 4 position guarantees a first-round bye in the expanded playoff format. Georgia’s jump moved Alabama out of the bye spots. Alabama fell to No. 10 after losing to Oklahoma.
What To Watch For In Final Weeks
- Indiana vs. Purdue on November 28 — Could Indiana finish 12-0?
- Week 14 upsets that could shake the top 4 picture.
- Conference championship games on December 1 — These matter significantly.
- Final CFP rankings announced on December 7, 2025 — This decides the field.
- Playoff bracket revealed — Seeds, matchups, and locations announced.
Can Indiana Stay Undefeated And Secure Top Seed?
Here’s the real question: Can Indiana complete a perfect regular season? Coach Curt Cignetti has exceeded all expectations in his second year. The Hoosiers face Purdue — a beatable opponent — on November 28.
Indians finished 12-0 and could jump to No. 1 or remain No. 2 depending on final rankings. Ohio State’s strength of schedule matters too. Both teams appear playoff bound.
The biggest obstacle remains conference championship games in early December. No team is safe until December 7 when CFP announces final rankings. Chaos could still emerge.
Final Rankings Release Date
The College Football Playoff will announce its final top 25 on Sunday, December 7, 2025. This selects the 12-team playoff field. Five automatic bids go to highest-ranked conference champions. The remaining 7 spots go to best remaining teams.
Sources
- ESPN — Live CFP rankings coverage and analysis
- College Football Playoff — Official rankings and bracket updates
- USA Today — CFP ranking reactions and implications
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