The first College Football Playoff (CFP) poll of the 2026 season was released on November 4, 2026, revealing the initial rankings for the national championship contenders. The poll includes the Tennessee Volunteers among the ranked teams, though the exact position was not detailed in the initial report.
The rankings were published by the CFP selection committee and reported by Adam Sparks of the Knoxville News Sentinel and The Tennessean. The full playoff list features the top 25 teams, setting the stage for the postseason race.
