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2026 College Football Preview by the Numbers, Part 7: Projecting the Playoff Bracket
Using preseason simulations, conference title projections and strength-based power ratings, we build a 12-team College Football Playoff bracket for the 2026 season and follow it all the way to a projected national champion.
2026 College Football Preview by the Numbers, Part 6: Group of Six Playoff Race
A math-driven preview of the 2026 Group of Six conference races, projecting title-game matchups, playoff odds, and the teams most likely to claim the final automatic College Football Playoff bid.
2026 College Football Preview by the Numbers, Part 5: The SEC, Big 12, and ACC Races
A numbers-driven look at the SEC, Big 12 and ACC title races, including projected conference champions, key games, playoff odds, and Notre Dame’s path to the postseason.
2026 College Football Preview by the Numbers, Part 4: Forecasting the Big Ten Race
A numbers-driven look at the Big Ten contenders, chaos scenarios, and upset paths that could shape the road to Indianapolis.
2026 College Football Preview by the Numbers, Part 3: Big Ten Odds and Strength of Schedule
A data-driven breakdown of Big Ten schedule strength, projected win totals, and the teams most likely to contend in 2026.
Against All Odds, 2025 Week 12: Plans
"And it came to me then that every plan is a tiny prayer to father time."