College Football Playoff National Championship Odds (2026-27)

The following post features College Football Playoff National Championship Odds (2026-27).

With the 2026-27 NCAAF season approaching, oddsmakers have released preseason odds for the winner of the College Football Playoff National Championship.

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With multiple legitimate contenders, the national title race sets up as a compelling futures market — giving bettors a chance to lock in value before the season begins.

So, how is the CFP national championship picture shaping up? Here’s what you need to know.

CFP National Championship Odds (2026-27)

Below is a table displaying the preseason odds for the 2026-27 CFP National Championship. All odds were sourced on June 27, 2026. Click here for the very latest odds (via OddsChecker).

CFP National Championship – Preseason Team Spotlights

Ohio State Buckeyes

Heading into the 2026 season, the Ohio State Buckeyes remain one of the nation’s premier championship contenders under Ryan Day. Quarterback Julian Sayin returns after an impressive first season as the starter, leading an offense headlined by superstar wide receiver Jeremiah Smith and reinforced by experienced additions along the offensive line. Defensive coordinator Matt Patricia enters his second season overseeing a unit that continues to reload with elite talent, while new offensive coordinator Arthur Smith takes over one of college football’s most explosive attacks. A demanding schedule featuring marquee matchups against Texas and Oregon, along with a challenging Big Ten slate, will test the Buckeyes early. With elite recruiting, proven coaching, and one of the country’s deepest rosters, Ohio State enters the season as a favorite to win both the Big Ten and the College Football Playoff.

Notre Dame Fighting Irish

Marcus Freeman’s Fighting Irish enter 2026 with legitimate national championship aspirations after building one of the nation’s most consistent programs. Quarterback CJ Carr is expected to take another step forward, leading an offense that must replace standout running backs Jeremiyah Love and Jadarian Price but still features plenty of talent around him. Defensively, Notre Dame remains loaded, led by standout cornerback Leonard Moore and another physical, disciplined unit. The schedule includes a marquee showdown against Wisconsin at Lambeau Field, along with several challenging matchups against ACC and Big Ten opponents. If the offense continues to develop and the defense performs at its usual high level, the Irish should once again be firmly in the College Football Playoff conversation.

Indiana Hoosiers

Fresh off a remarkable national championship season, Curt Cignetti’s Indiana Hoosiers face the difficult task of defending their title in 2026. Transfer quarterback Josh Hoover arrives from TCU to replace Fernando Mendoza and will lead an offense featuring new playmakers and an experienced offensive line. While the defense must replace several key contributors, Indiana has built a culture that should keep the program among the nation’s elite. Reliable kicker Nicolas Radicic gives the Hoosiers another advantage in close games, and a manageable non-conference schedule provides an opportunity to build momentum before the rigors of Big Ten play. Indiana has proven it belongs among college football’s elite and enters the season as a legitimate contender to make another playoff run.

Texas Longhorns

The spotlight shines brightly on Texas entering 2026 as Arch Manning begins his second season as the Longhorns’ starting quarterback. Steve Sarkisian has assembled one of the nation’s most talented rosters, adding elite transfer wide receiver Cam Coleman to an already explosive offense. On defense, standout pass rusher Colin Simmons headlines a unit capable of competing with anyone in the SEC. After falling short of the College Football Playoff in 2025, expectations couldn’t be higher in Austin. With outstanding depth, elite recruiting, and one of the country’s most dynamic quarterbacks, Texas has all the ingredients necessary to compete for an SEC championship and a national title.

Oregon Ducks

Dan Lanning has transformed Oregon into one of college football’s premier programs, and the Ducks enter 2026 with another roster capable of competing for a national championship. Quarterback Dante Moore returns to lead a talented offense now directed by new offensive coordinator Drew Mehringer. Oregon once again features an abundance of speed and playmaking ability at the skill positions, while the defense continues to benefit from Lanning’s elite recruiting and player development. A demanding Big Ten schedule that includes Ohio State and several difficult road trips will provide plenty of opportunities to prove themselves. With experience, depth, and championship-caliber talent across the roster, many believe 2026 could be Oregon’s best opportunity yet to capture its first national title.

Georgia Bulldogs

Kirby Smart’s Georgia Bulldogs once again enter the season among the favorites to compete for an SEC championship and a national title. Quarterback Gunner Stockton returns for his second season as Georgia’s starting quarterback, bringing valuable experience to an offense featuring a revamped receiving corps and plenty of talent throughout the lineup. Defensively, the Bulldogs remain one of the nation’s deepest and most physical teams despite replacing several NFL departures. Following an earlier-than-expected College Football Playoff exit, Georgia enters 2026 motivated to return to the top of college football. With Smart’s consistent recruiting success, elite coaching, and outstanding depth, the Bulldogs have all the pieces necessary for another deep postseason run.

CFP National Championship Last Season (2025-26)

Last season, Indiana capped off a magical, undefeated postseason run with a 27–21 victory over the Miami Hurricanes in the 2026 College Football Playoff National Championship. Heisman Trophy-winning quarterback Fernando Mendoza earned Offensive MVP honors, securing the win with a signature, tackle-breaking 12-yard touchdown run on fourth down in the fourth quarter. On the other side of the ball, defensive end Mikail Kamara claimed Defensive MVP honors after a massive performance highlighted by a critical third-quarter blocked punt that was recovered in the end zone for a Hoosier touchdown.

The Hoosiers stormed through the expanded 12-team playoff as the top seed, routing Alabama in the quarterfinals and dispatching Oregon in the semifinals before toppling the Hurricanes at Miami Stadium. Miami advanced to the title game via their own spectacular run, securing hard-fought postseason upsets over Texas A&M, Ohio State, and Ole Miss. With traditional powers making deep runs alongside the rise of a new historic champion, the 2025–26 CFP delivered an unforgettable season and set the stage for another thrilling national title race in 2026–27.

CFP National Championship

The College Football Playoff (CFP) National Championship is awarded annually to the winner of the CFP National Championship Game. The playoff features 12 teams: automatic bids for the four Power Four conference champions and the highest-ranked Group of Six champion, plus seven at-large selections—including Notre Dame if ranked within the top 12. The top four highest-ranked conference champions receive a first-round bye, while seeds 5 through 12 compete in first-round games hosted on campus by the higher seed. Quarterfinals and semifinals are held at designated bowl sites, with the winners advancing to the title game. The champion is determined by a single-game, winner-take-all matchup.

CFP National Championship Winner (by Year)

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