URGENT UPDATE: The Ohio State Buckeyes are officially back in the College Football Playoff! Announced just moments ago, Ohio State has secured the No. 2 seed in the 2025 College Football Playoff bracket.
Following a dramatic Big Ten Championship Game loss to Indiana, the Buckeyes drop from the top seed but gain a crucial first-round bye. They will face the winner of the matchup between No. 7 Texas A&M and No. 10 Miami. This placement puts Ohio State in a prime position to battle for a championship despite the recent setback, intensifying the stakes for their playoff journey.
The College Football Playoff has undergone significant changes this year, expanding from four to 12 teams. The top four seeds, including Ohio State, receive first-round byes, allowing them to prepare for the intense competition ahead. The full bracket has now been revealed:
“The expansion of the playoff format creates more opportunities for teams to compete at the highest level,” said College Football Playoff Executive Director Bill Hancock.
Here’s the complete list of teams in the bracket:
– 1 Indiana (Big Ten)
– 2 Ohio State
– 3 Georgia (SEC)
– 4 Texas Tech (Big 12)
– 5 Oregon
– 6 Ole Miss
– 7 Texas A&M
– 8 Oklahoma
– 9 Alabama
– 10 Miami
– 11 Tulane (American)
– 12 James Madison (Sun Belt)
Ohio State has been a dominant force this season, consistently ranked as the top team in the rankings until their upset loss. The implications of this playoff berth are significant, as fans and analysts alike are eager to see how the Buckeyes will respond to adversity on the national stage.
As the playoffs approach, all eyes will be on the Buckeyes to see if they can turn their disappointing finish in the Big Ten into a triumphant playoff run. The first-round matchups will commence on December 20, 2025, setting the stage for an electrifying postseason.
Stay tuned for further updates as the playoff unfolds!
