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The College Football Playoff (CFP) Rankings for 2025 have officially dropped—and as always, they’ve sparked major debate. While the top contenders held firm, several high-performing programs find themselves on the outside looking in. Fans, analysts, and even coaches are voicing frustration over who made the cut—and who got snubbed.
Here’s a breakdown of the latest CFP Top 10 Rankings, the biggest surprises, and the most controversial snubs of 2025.
🏆 2025 CFP Top 10 Rankings (As of Week 13)
Georgia (12–0)
Michigan (11–1)
Texas (11–1)
Florida State (12–0)
Alabama (10–2)
Ohio State (10–2)
Oregon (11–1)
Penn State (10–2)
Washington (10–2)
Ole Miss (10–2)
😲 Biggest CFP Snubs of 2025
🔥 1. Notre Dame (10–2)
Despite an elite strength of schedule and a statement win over Clemson, the Fighting Irish were left out of the top 10. Their two losses—both close games to ranked teams—weren’t enough to sway the committee.
Why They Were Snubbed: Lack of a conference championship hurts their case again.
Fan Reaction: Outrage. Social media erupted with “#LetNotreIn” trending nationwide.
🐯 2. LSU (9–3)
The Tigers closed the season with a hot streak, including a blowout win over Ole Miss, but it wasn’t enough to overcome early-season losses.
Why They Were Snubbed: Three losses are hard to overlook, even in the tough SEC.
🐻 3. Baylor (11–2)
The Bears won the Big 12 Championship but still fell short of the Top 6, prompting confusion and controversy.
Why They Were Snubbed: Strength of schedule and margin of victory metrics hurt them despite the title.
🐺 4. NC State (10–2)
A program on the rise, the Wolfpack had major wins over UNC and Miami but couldn’t crack the top 10.
Why They Were Snubbed: ACC bias? Some think the committee favored traditional powerhouses over rising programs.
📉 Trending Questions from the 2025 Rankings
Does the conference championship still carry enough weight?
Are brand names getting preferential treatment?
Is it time for CFP expansion beyond 12 teams?
🔍 Committee Chair Statement
CFP Committee Chair Gene Taylor addressed the media, saying:
“This year’s rankings reflect the total body of work, not just record. Quality wins and strength of schedule were decisive in several tough decisions.”
Still, fans of the snubbed schools aren’t buying it.
🏁 Final Thoughts: Chaos or Clarity?
The 2025 CFP Rankings have once again fueled the fire of controversy vs credibility. While teams like Georgia and Florida State look playoff-ready, others are left wondering what more they could’ve done. As bowl season nears, one thing’s for sure: the debate won’t stop anytime soon.
