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What are Ohio State's chances to make playoff after first CFP poll?
By James Okafor
Buckeyes plummet to lowest ranking ever in playoff era
James Okafor
James Okafor
Sports Reporter · Dublin, OH
James Okafor has covered professional sports for nearly a decade, with stints at ESPN and local radio stations. Holding a degree in Journalism from the University of Toledo, he has a knack for analyzing player performance and sports statistics, making him a trusted voice in the field.
More from James →Sports Reporter · Wednesday, November 11, 2026 at 2:44 AM · 1 min read
COLUMBUS, Ohio (WCMH) -- After suffering back-to-back losses to USC and Oregon, the 6-3 Ohio State Buckeyes have plummeted to their lowest-ever ranking in a College Football Playoff poll. The second CFP rankings of the 2026 season were unveiled Tuesday night and Ohio State dropped from No. 12 to No. 20 after the 41-28 loss [...]
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