College Football Playoff bracket: What 12-team field would look like after first 2026 CFP rankings

The College Football Playoff committee released its first rankings for the 2026 season, giving a significant boost to SEC programs in the initial standings. The 12-team CFP bracket has taken shape based on these early rankings, with multiple SEC teams positioned prominently in the field. CBS Sports analyzed what the full 12-team playoff bracket would look like based on the committee's initial evaluations.