College Football News analyst Pete Fiutak has released his prediction for the first College Football Playoff Top 25 rankings of the 2026 season. The initial rankings, which set the stage for the playoff selection process, are expected to be unveiled this week.
Fiutak's projection, published on November 1, 2026, examines the current landscape of college football and offers insight into which programs may claim the top spots. The College Football Playoff selection committee's official rankings will determine the four teams that compete for the national championship.



