Odessa Midland, TX, September 17, 2026 — The College Football Playoff (CFP) selection committee has issued a statement to clarify its evaluation process for college football teams. The committee emphasized that its decisions are based on a comprehensive review of multiple metrics, extending beyond a simple record of wins and losses.

This clarification comes in response to questions and discussions surrounding team rankings and selections, particularly in the context of specific game outcomes. The statement specifically noted that the committee does not possess the authority to alter the results of games played during the regular season.

The CFP selection committee is tasked with ranking the top college football teams to determine participants for the playoff tournament. Their mandate involves a detailed analysis of team performance throughout the season, incorporating various analytical tools and qualitative assessments. The recent statement aims to provide transparency regarding the depth of this evaluation.

While the exact metrics used are not detailed in the statement, it implies a multifaceted approach that considers factors such as strength of schedule, performance against ranked opponents, conference championships, and other statistical indicators. The committee reiterated that its role is to assess teams as they stand based on the completed regular season, not to retroactively influence or change game results.

The announcement specifically referenced discussions following the Michigan-Western Michigan game. The committee’s statement serves to address any perceptions that game outcomes could be directly manipulated or superseded by committee decisions, reinforcing that the integrity of regular-season play is paramount and that their selections are based on the entirety of a team’s season performance and statistical profile.


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