The initial College Football Playoff rankings released this week include three Texas programs represented by standout players: Texas Longhorns' Ryan Wingo, Houston Cougars' Conner Weigman, and Texas Tech Red Raiders' Micah Hudson. Each player's team earned a spot in the inaugural CFP rankings, highlighting the strength of football in the state.
The rankings, unveiled by the CFP selection committee, mark the first official look at the postseason picture for the 2026 season. Texas, Houston, and Texas Tech all appear among the ranked teams, giving the Lone Star State significant representation in the national championship conversation.



