When Do CFP Rankings Come Out?
The College Football Playoff rankings come out on Tuesday nights on ESPN, starting Nov. 3, 2026, and running weekly through Dec. 1. The final rankings and the 12-team bracket are revealed on Selection Day, Sunday, Dec. 6, starting at noon ET. That makes six releases in all.
2026 CFP rankings release schedule
| Rankings | Date | Time (ET) | No. 1 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Week 10 | 7 p.m. | Miami (FL) | |
| Week 11 | 9 p.m. | Next | |
| Week 12 | 9 p.m. | ||
| Week 13 | 7:30 p.m. | ||
| Week 14 | 7 p.m. | ||
| Final rankings | noon |
What time do the CFP rankings come out?
The start time changes from week to week, so check the list below before each release. All times are Eastern.
- Tuesday, Nov. 3: 7 to 8 p.m.
- Tuesday, Nov. 10: 9 to 9:30 p.m.
- Tuesday, Nov. 17: 9 to 9:30 p.m.
- Tuesday, Nov. 24: 7:30 to 8 p.m.
- Tuesday, Dec. 1: 7 to 7:30 p.m.
- Sunday, Dec. 6 (Selection Day): noon to 3 p.m.
Where to watch the CFP rankings reveal
Every rankings show airs on ESPN, and the Selection Day show reveals the final Top 25 along with the full 12-team bracket. The latest rankings are posted on our CFP Top 25 page as soon as each show ends.
CFP rankings release FAQ
What day do the CFP rankings come out?
Tuesday. The first five rankings come out on Tuesday nights in November and early December. The final rankings come out on Selection Day, a Sunday.
How many CFP rankings are released each season?
Six: five weekly Top 25 rankings plus the final rankings on Selection Day, which set the playoff field.
When is CFP Selection Day in 2026?
Sunday, Dec. 6, 2026. The show starts at noon ET on ESPN.
Why do the CFP rankings come out at different times?
The CFP sets a different time for each release, between 7 and 9 p.m. ET for the Tuesday shows and noon ET for Selection Day, so it is worth checking the schedule each week.