ESPN’s Heather Dinich projects 6 SEC teams to reach CFP after Week 7
By Jyesha Nance
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The college football season has reached its midpoint.
With Week 7 in the rearview mirror, ESPN analyst Heather Dinich provided her updated projection for the College Football Playoff bracket.
Here’s a look at her top 12:
- Ohio State
- Miami
- Indiana
- Texas A&M
- Alabama
- Ole Miss
- Georgia
- Oregon
- Texas Tech
- Oklahoma
- LSU
- South Florida
At number one is the Ohio State Buckeyes, the most consistent college football team. The Buckeyes have also maintained the No. 1 national rank week by week. With star players like wide receiver Jeremiah Smith and quarterback Julian Sayin boosting the offense and featuring defensive safety Caleb Downs, this Buckeyes team has been a challenge for many as the defending champs look to mirror their 2024 campaign.
At number two is the Miami Hurricanes, led by veteran quarterback Carson Beck. Beck has been phenomenal in a new offensive system and has led the Hurricanes to a 5-0 record, filling the shoes of 2025 NFL Draft pick No. 1, Cam Ward, with ease.
Tennessee just missed out on a spot in this week’s rankings. The Vols clocked in at No. 12 per Dinich’s rankings, but don’t quite qualify for the CFP because 5 conference champions must be included in the field. In this scenario, South Florida gets the nod for the final Playoff berth.
