College Football Playoff rankings: Alabama drops to No. 10, Oklahoma moves up to No. 8 after Sooners' win over Tide

The Pittsburgh Riverhounds are preparing for their first-ever championship title game against FC Tulsa in Oklahoma. The team held a practice session on Tuesday as they gear up for the match scheduled for Saturday.

The No. 8 Illinois Fighting Illini are set to face No. 11 Alabama at the United Center in Chicago on Wednesday night. Despite a strong 4-0 start to the season, the team is facing uncertainty as star center Tomislav Ivisic is sidelined with a right knee bone bruise sustained during practice. His availability for the crucial matchup remains in question.

The latest College Football Playoff rankings have placed Miami at 13th, trailing behind teams like Notre Dame, Alabama, Utah, and BYU. Despite a strong 8-2 season record, the CFP Chairman provided explanations for Miami's low ranking, which many believe is unjustified.

Following Alabama's 21-23 loss to Oklahoma in Week 12, the Crimson Tide dropped to No. 10 in the latest College Football Playoff rankings, falling behind Notre Dame. This ranking shift has sparked debate among fans and analysts regarding the criteria used by the CFP committee in evaluating team performances.

With only two weeks remaining in the college football season, the College Football Playoff (CFP) rankings are solidifying. The CFP committee released the latest rankings on Tuesday night, confirming that the top six teams are likely to remain unchanged following Alabama's loss to Oklahoma. This development has significant implications for teams vying for playoff spots, particularly Oregon, which is benefiting from the rankings influenced by Penn State's performance.

In Week 12 of the college football season, Oklahoma achieved a significant victory by defeating Alabama, which has led to a notable shift in the College Football Playoff rankings. This win propelled Oklahoma into the top 10, marking a resurgence for the Sooners, while Alabama fell to 10th place. Additionally, Georgia's decisive win over Texas further influenced the rankings, highlighting the competitive landscape of the SEC as teams vie for playoff positions.

Oklahoma's recent victory against Alabama has significantly impacted their ranking, propelling the Sooners back into the AP top 10 at No. 8, while the Crimson Tide fell to 10th place. This win marks a notable turnaround for Oklahoma, which had previously dropped out of the top six earlier in the season due to losses. The team's performance is generating positive momentum as they continue their season.

The College Football Playoff Selection Committee is set to release its latest rankings, marking the third set of rankings for the season. The top three teams from the previous week—Ohio State, Indiana, and Texas A&M—are expected to remain unchanged as they successfully defeated their opponents. The focus now shifts to Alabama and Texas, with speculation about how far they may drop in the rankings following their recent performances.