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Rankings
CFP First Round in College Football
In college football, CFP First Round means: The opening round of the expanded College Football Playoff. It is used to describe rankings context in college football.
Definition
The opening round of the expanded College Football Playoff.
How CFB Track Uses It
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Related Glossary Terms
College Football PlayoffThe postseason system used to determine the FBS national champion.CFP QuarterfinalThe round after the CFP First Round, usually involving the top seeds and first-round winners.First-Round ByeA playoff advantage allowing a team to skip the first round and begin in a later round.AP PollA media poll ranking college football teams.At-Large BidA playoff or postseason spot awarded to a team that did not qualify automatically.Automatic QualifierA team that receives a playoff or postseason spot by meeting a defined qualification rule, often through conference-champion status.
Last reviewed 2026-04-24