NBC Sports columnist Nicole Auerbach published a projection for the second College Football Playoff rankings on November 8, 2026. The piece examines where Notre Dame might land in the updated top 25 after the latest weekend of games.
The analysis focuses on the Fighting Irish's potential climb in the rankings, though the source does not specify exact positions or other team movements. Auerbach's regular playoff ranking projections are a staple of the college football season.
