What the first CFP rankings reveal means for Notre Dame, Alabama, Ohio State and more

Whoa! The first College Football Playoff rankings of the 2026 season were released on Tuesday night and it delivered absolute shockwaves throughout the sport. Yes, there were some expected results, with the Miami Hurricanes being ranked No. 1 and Georgia right behind them at No. 2. But Notre Dame coming in at No. 11, Ohio State right behind them at No. 12 and even Alabama vaulting all the way up to No. 5? I don't think anyone saw that coming. Whoa!