Who will make the 2026 College Football Playoff's final four? Our experts weigh in with picks

CBS Sports experts have made their early predictions for the 2026 College Football Playoff's final four, with Notre Dame and Ohio State being the most popular picks. The predictions also include other top teams such as Texas, Texas A&M, and Georgia, with the experts considering factors such as returning starters and team talent.
The 2026 College Football Playoff is expected to be highly competitive. CBS Sports experts have made their early predictions for the final four. Notre Dame and Ohio State are the most popular picks, appearing on nearly all of the experts' ballots. Other top teams such as Texas, Texas A&M, and Georgia are also projected to be in the mix. The experts considered factors such as returning starters and team talent when making their predictions. The 2026 College Football Playoff is shaping up to be an exciting season.
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