The Texas Longhorns have been placed seventh in the inaugural College Football Playoff rankings for the 2026 season, released on November 4. The ranking follows their October 31 victory over the Mississippi State Bulldogs at Darrell K Royal-Texas Memorial Stadium in Austin.
The selection committee's first top-25 list positions Texas among the early contenders for the four-team playoff. The Longhorns' resume includes a win over Mississippi State, with further games set to shape their postseason path.
