Ranking College Football’s Top 10 1-Loss Teams | CFB Shortlist

10) Louisiana Ragin’ Cajuns (8-1)

The Louisiana Ragin’ Cajuns have emerged over the last few weeks, and their 8-1 record has placed them in the final spot on these rankings. Their impressive offense and feisty defense have led them to a fantastic season, and they’re starting to be acknowledged as one of the top teams in the nation.

Odds to Make the College Football Playoffs: +700

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2) Texas Longhorns (8-1)

The Longhorns' lone loss came against the Georgia Bulldogs. Since then, Texas has bounced back in a big way. Steve Sarkisian’s squad hasn’t lost an ounce of confidence as they look to make a playoff run to show they are the top team in the nation. If they win out, their chances will only rise.

Odds to Make the College Football Playoffs: -1700

3) Tennessee Volunteers (8-1)

The Vols have picked up steam over the last few weeks, looking like one of the best teams in the nation. Tennessee’s offense is coming around, and their defense continues to improve. With a big-time matchup against Georgia upcoming, they’ll have a chance to show just how good they truly are.

Odds to Make the College Football Playoffs: -350

4) Penn State Nittany Lions (8-1)

Penn State has consistently been one of the top teams in the nation all season long. Aside from their close loss to Ohio State, the Nittany Lions have won nearly every game comfortably. Between their stout defense and explosive offense, James Franklin has his squad firing on all cylinders as the postseason nears.

Odds to Make the College Football Playoffs: -850

5) Miami Hurricanes (9-1)

Miami is coming fresh off their first loss of the season following their upset on the road against Georgia Tech. The Hurricanes have survived multiple near losses, but Mario Cristobal’s team couldn’t pull off any late-game heroics this time. Miami has looked the part at times, and other times, they’ve looked very beatable. They’ll have to win out if they hope to compete for a top-four seed.

Odds to Make the College Football Playoffs: -130

6) Notre Dame Fighting Irish (8-1)

Notre Dame is a team quickly rising up the rankings. Since their early loss to NIU, the team has found its identity, and it looks like a tough matchup for anyone. The Fighting Irish’s defense looks strong, and their offense is improving each week. Marcus Freeman’s squad will be a tough out for any program that matches up with them.

Odds to Make the College Football Playoffs: -310

7) SMU Mustangs (8-1)

The SMU Mustangs were overlooked for most of the year, but now it’s become too hard to ignore them. SMU is the real deal, and their dominant win over Pittsburgh has proved that. With Miami’s loss, the Mustangs have a realistic chance to win the ACC Championship, which would slot them into the CFP as a top-four seed.

Odds to Make the College Football Playoffs: +140

8) Boise State Broncos (8-1)

The Broncos have been one of the most fun teams this season behind Heisman favorite Ashton Jeanty. Boise State’s offense is dangerous, and its defense can keep them in the games. If they do manage to represent the Group of Five in the postseason, they won’t be an easy out for anybody.

Odds to Make the College Football Playoffs: -310

9) Washington State Cougars (8-1)

The Washington Cougars are another team that hasn’t been discussed much this season. Despite that, the Cougars have quietly stacked up wins and now find themselves in the AP Top 25 with an outside chance to compete for a playoff spot. They’ll need to win out to keep those hopes alive, but the well-coached team has the talent and the drive to do just that.

Odds to Make the College Football Playoffs:  +4000

10) Louisiana Ragin’ Cajuns (8-1)

The Louisiana Ragin’ Cajuns have emerged over the last few weeks, and their 8-1 record has placed them in the final spot on these rankings. Their impressive offense and feisty defense have led them to a fantastic season, and they’re starting to be acknowledged as one of the top teams in the nation.

Odds to Make the College Football Playoffs: +700

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