College Football Playoff Picture 2026 Latest Bracket After Orange, Rose, Sugar Bowls
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Key Points:
- Oregon, Indiana, and Ole Miss secured wins on New Year's Day, setting the College Football Playoff semifinals with matchups of Miami vs. Ole Miss and Oregon vs. Indiana.
- The Fiesta Bowl featuring Miami and Ole Miss will be played on January 8, while the Peach Bowl with Oregon and Indiana is scheduled for January 9, both airing at 7:30 p.m. ET on ESPN.
- Teams with a first-round bye have struggled in the tournament, dropping to 1-7 overall since the 12-team format began, with Indiana breaking the streak by defeating Alabama decisively.
- Indiana, having previously beaten Oregon, appears to be the favorite for the national championship, while Ole Miss will face a
