Boise State's No. 25 CFP ranking reveals surprising playoff scenario for Ohio State

Boise State entered the College Football Playoff Top 25 rankings at No. 25, but due to the CFP's selection structure, the Broncos could still earn a playoff berth ahead of higher-ranked teams such as Ohio State. The scenario highlights how conference championship outcomes and automatic qualifier rules can override pure rankings in determining playoff invitations. This situation underscores the complexity of the expanded CFP format and its potential to produce unexpected postseason fields.