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Texas Tech's CFP Ranking Sparks Controversy Amid Playoff Race

11/12/2025

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ESPN analyst Greg McElroy expressed concern that Texas Tech is No. 6 in the CFP, saying they could be top-four but may not secure a first-round bye.
CFP chair Mack Rhoades said Texas Tech's quality wins over BYU and Utah justified ranking them over Ole Miss.
Texas Tech is poised to reach the Big 12 Championship game, with BYU and Cincinnati as primary contenders, and weeks will decide playoff spots.

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ESPN analyst Greg McElroy expressed concern that Texas Tech is No. 6 in the CFP, saying they could be top-four but may not secure a first-round bye.
CFP chair Mack Rhoades said Texas Tech's quality wins over BYU and Utah justified ranking them over Ole Miss.
Texas Tech is poised to reach the Big 12 Championship game, with BYU and Cincinnati as primary contenders, and weeks will decide playoff spots.