College Football Playoff Committee Clarifies Selection Criteria Beyond Wins and Losses
The College Football Playoff (CFP) issued a statement clarifying that its selection committee considers multiple factors beyond just game wins and losses when making decisions, acknowledging that game outcomes themselves cannot be changed.
Hartford & New Haven, CT, September 17, 2026 — The College Football Playoff (CFP) has issued a statement to clarify the criteria employed by its selection committee when determining the four teams that will participate in the playoff. The statement emphasizes that the committee takes into account a variety of factors in its decision-making process, extending beyond solely the number of games won and lost by prospective teams.
According to the CFP’s statement, while game outcomes are a component of the evaluation, they are not the exclusive determinant. The committee’s process is designed to assess teams holistically. The clarification from the CFP acknowledges that the results of games played are fixed events and cannot be altered, suggesting that their analysis involves interpreting these outcomes within a broader context of team performance and characteristics.
The specifics of what constitutes these “multiple factors” beyond game wins and losses were not detailed in the statement. The exact timing and the specific individuals or body within the CFP responsible for issuing the clarification were also not provided in the available information. This clarification aims to offer greater transparency regarding the complex considerations involved in selecting the top collegiate football teams for the championship tournament.
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