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SEC vs. Big Ten strength of schedule comparison: Who has the best CFP contenders so far?

Midway through the 2026 college football campaign, analysts are utilizing ESPN's Football Power Index to evaluate playoff viability across the SEC and Big Ten. Georgia currently holds the second-highest FPI ranking, bolstered by a victory over Alabama, though the Bulldogs face a relatively modest strength of schedule.

Meanwhile, the Crimson Tide maintain an 82 percent playoff probability despite their narrow loss to Georgia, while Texas holds the most difficult schedule among top contenders. Other programs like Ole Miss and Tennessee remain in the conversation, though they face significant challenges in their remaining matchups to secure postseason berths.

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