The College Football Playoff picture just got a serious shakeup-courtesy of the Miami Hurricanes.
With a 24-14 statement win over Ohio State in the Cotton Bowl, Miami didn’t just pull off an upset-they sent a message. This wasn’t a fluke.
This was a team playing with confidence, physicality, and a clear identity. Now, they’re not just in the playoff-they’re in the thick of the national title hunt.
And the oddsmakers? They’ve taken notice.
Miami has surged to the third-best odds to win the 2025-26 National Championship, sitting at +460 behind only Indiana (+260) and Georgia (+310). That’s a massive leap, and it reflects just how dangerous Mario Cristobal’s team has become down the stretch.
Here’s a look at the current top 8 odds:
- Indiana +260
- Georgia +310
- Miami +460
- Oregon +500
- Texas Tech +750
- Alabama +1300
- Ole Miss +1500
That Cotton Bowl win wasn’t just about the scoreboard-it was about how Miami won. They controlled the line of scrimmage, limited explosive plays, and played with the kind of discipline and swagger that championship teams need this time of year. Cristobal’s fingerprints are all over this squad: tough in the trenches, opportunistic on defense, and balanced offensively.
Now, the Hurricanes wait to see who’s next. Their Fiesta Bowl opponent will be the winner of tonight’s showdown between Georgia and Ole Miss.
If Georgia stumbles, it could open the door for Miami to climb even higher in the title odds-potentially up to No. 2.
But even if Georgia holds serve, Miami has already earned its seat at the table. They’re not just a playoff team-they’re a real threat to win it all.
Betting against them right now? That might not be the smartest move.