CFP Semi-Final Preview: Can Miami Make History?

The Final Four

We are down to four teams. On January 19, a national champion will be crowned. But first, they must survive the semi-finals.

Vrbo Fiesta Bowl: (10) Miami (+3.5) vs (6) Ole Miss

Thursday, Jan 8 | 7:30 PM ET

• The Matchup: Two high-powered offenses. Miami shocked Ohio State with their defense, but can they slow down Ole Miss's tempo? Ole Miss just won a shootout vs Georgia.
• The Pick: Ole Miss 34, Miami 30.

Chick-fil-A Peach Bowl: (1) Indiana (-4) vs (5) Oregon

Friday, Jan 9 | 7:30 PM ET

• The Matchup: A rematch of Week 7. Indiana won that one 30-20. The Hoosiers just destroyed Alabama. Oregon shut out Texas Tech. Strength vs Strength.
• The Pick: Indiana 27, Oregon 24.

Devy Watch

• Cam Ward (QB, Miami): Stock Up. Win or lose, Ward has proven he is QB1/QB2 material for the 2026 NFL Draft. His playmaking against NFL-caliber defenses (OSU) was the final stamp.
• Jaxson Dart (QB, Ole Miss): Hold. He's a gamer. If he leads Ole Miss to a title game, he could sneak into the late 1st round.
• Fernando Mendoza (QB, Indiana): Stock Up. The surprise of the season. He's playing his way into Day 2 consideration.