UPDATE: Ohio State has officially clinched the No. 2 seed in the 2025 College Football Playoff bracket, confirmed during the bracket reveal on December 3, 2025. Following their stunning defeat to Indiana in the Big Ten Championship Game, the Buckeyes will now face the winner of the matchup between No. 7 Texas A&M and No. 10 Miami.
This development is significant as Ohio State, previously the top-ranked team in all College Football Playoff rankings this season, aims to rebound from their recent loss. The playoff format has expanded this year, offering new opportunities for teams to compete for the national title and heightening the stakes for every game.
Ohio State’s path to the championship is now more critical than ever, as they seek to reclaim their position after the setback against Indiana. Fans across the nation are eager to see how the Buckeyes will respond and who they will face in the upcoming playoff rounds.
The 12-team College Football Playoff format, which began this season, allows for five highest-ranked conference champions to earn automatic bids, while seven additional teams receive at-large invitations. The seeding has been adjusted to ensure that the top four teams, which include first-round byes, are ranked according to their performance throughout the season.
The full bracket for the College Football Playoff is as follows:
1. Indiana (Big Ten)
2. Ohio State
3. Georgia (SEC)
4. Texas Tech (Big 12)
5. Oregon
6. Ole Miss
7. Texas A&M
8. Oklahoma
9. Alabama
10. Miami
11. Tulane (American)
12. James Madison (Sun Belt)
As the playoffs approach, the excitement builds among fans and players alike. Ohio State’s journey in the College Football Playoff will not only test their resilience but also showcase their potential to dominate on a national stage. Keep an eye on the Buckeyes as they prepare for the next round, and watch for updates on their upcoming opponent.
For continuous coverage and the latest updates, stay tuned as the College Football Playoff unfolds. This is a moment of high stakes and heightened emotions for Ohio State and their dedicated fanbase.
