BYU football projected as 5-seed in College Football Playoff
August 11, 2026 at 3:01 PM MT · via BYU Cougars Wire · Summarized by Mormon News from original reporting
College Football Network projects BYU football to claim a 5-seed in the College Football Playoff, according to BYU Cougars Wire. The projection reflects high expectations for the Cougars' 2026 season.
BYU has been building momentum in the Big 12 Conference, with analysts viewing the team as a potential playoff contender.
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