Boise State has maintained its position in the latest Group of Five power rankings after surviving a critical stretch of the season. The Broncos remain the leading contender from the non-Power Four conferences to crash the College Football Playoff.
However, a new challenger has emerged in the race for the automatic Group of Five berth in the 12-team CFP format. The shifting landscape adds intrigue to the final weeks of the regular season as multiple conferences jockey for the coveted playoff spot.


