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Rankings
CFP Semifinal in College Football
In college football, CFP Semifinal means: The round that determines which teams advance to the national championship game. It is used to describe rankings context in college football.
Definition
The round that determines which teams advance to the national championship game.
How CFB Track Uses It
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Related Glossary Terms
CFP QuarterfinalThe round after the CFP First Round, usually involving the top seeds and first-round winners.National ChampionshipThe final game or recognized title used to determine the season's champion.College Football PlayoffThe postseason system used to determine the FBS national champion.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