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From playoff changes to North Dakota State's move up, here's what's new for the 2026 college football season

The 2026 college football season kicks off with a surprise move by North Dakota State and a reshaped playoff landscape.

By · Published August 12, 2026 at 02:49 UTC · Updated August 12, 2026 at 12:24 UTC

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Where it stands

The 2026 college football season introduces a significant shift with North Dakota State's move up. This change is part of a broader restructuring of the College Football Playoff (CFP) system, which includes new playoff changes. The CFP Selection Committee is preparing for the 2026-27 season, with the schedule, dates, TV channels, and sites already announced.

The changes affect fans, teams, and the broader college football community. The CFP rankings show on ESPN will continue, provided it maintains viewership. Miami fans, in particular, need to understand these new changes.

The upcoming season will see these adjustments in action, with the community watching to see how they impact the game.

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What is the most significant change for the 2026 college football season?

The most significant change is North Dakota State's move up, along with broader playoff changes.

How will the CFP rankings show on ESPN be affected?

The CFP rankings show on ESPN will continue, contingent on maintaining viewership.

What do Miami fans need to know about the new CFP changes?

Miami fans need to understand the new CFP changes for the 2026 season, which will impact their team's playoff prospects.

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