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Virginia Cavaliers Eye Playoff Spot with ACC Championship Win

10/10/2025

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The Virginia Cavaliers have a 13.7% chance to reach the College Football Playoff, per ESPN's Football Power Index, ahead of Florida State and Georgia Tech.
To secure a playoff spot, Virginia must win the ACC Championship on December 6.
They have a favorable schedule, with four of five remaining games as projected favorites.
A Duke win would boost their tiebreaker, keeping open a two-loss playoff path.

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The Virginia Cavaliers have a 13.7% chance to reach the College Football Playoff, per ESPN's Football Power Index, ahead of Florida State and Georgia Tech.
To secure a playoff spot, Virginia must win the ACC Championship on December 6.
They have a favorable schedule, with four of five remaining games as projected favorites.
A Duke win would boost their tiebreaker, keeping open a two-loss playoff path.