Since the introduction of the College Football Playoff (CFP) system in 2014, 21 different teams have made an appearance in the postseason. In 2024, the playoff field expanded from four to 12 teams, adding more opportunities for programs to showcase their talents. Below, we break down the schools with the most all-time College Football Playoff appearances and victories.
2024-25 College Football Playoff Field:
The 12 teams selected for the 2024-25 College Football Playoff, in seeding order, are:
- Oregon (Ranked No. 1)
- Georgia (No. 2)
- Texas (No. 3)
- Penn State (No. 4)
- Notre Dame (No. 5)
- Ohio State (No. 6)
- Tennessee (No. 7)
- Indiana (No. 8)
- Boise State (No. 9)
- SMU (No. 10)
- Clemson (No. 16)
- Arizona State (No. 12)
This marks a historic moment with six schools making their College Football Playoff debut: Arizona State, Boise State, Indiana, Penn State, SMU, and Tennessee. The national championship saw Ohio State defeating Notre Dame.
Schools with the Most Appearances:
The following schools have made the most College Football Playoff appearances since the format’s inception:
- Alabama – 9 Appearances
- Clemson – 8 Appearances
- Ohio State – 8 Appearances
- Georgia – 7 Appearances
- Oklahoma – 6 Appearances
Schools with the Most Wins:
These schools have claimed the most victories in the College Football Playoff:
- Alabama – 10 Wins
- Clemson – 8 Wins
- Ohio State – 6 Wins
- Georgia – 5 Wins
- LSU – 4 Wins
Expansion and New Opportunities:
With the expansion to a 12-team playoff bracket in 2024, the postseason now offers more opportunities for different programs to make their mark on college football history. The increase in the number of teams also means more competitive matchups and a higher chance for underdogs to upset top-ranked teams.
Key Takeaways:
- Alabama leads the field with both the most appearances and wins, reinforcing their status as a dominant force in college football since the playoff’s inception.
- The 2024 expansion introduced several new teams to the playoff, which could change the dynamics in future seasons.
- Ohio State‘s victory over Notre Dame in the national championship further solidified their legacy in the College Football Playoff era.
This evolving landscape of college football, highlighted by expanded playoff fields and more opportunities for schools, promises exciting future matchups and unexpected upsets.
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