Which College Football Teams Are REALLY Playoff or Bust in 2026?

The pressure is on across college football heading into the 2026 season—but which programs are truly playoff or bust? In this video, Cover Crimson hosts Clint Lamb and Jimmy Stein discuss some of the teams people are saying can't afford to miss the College Football Playoff, breaking down expectations, roster talent, coaching situations, and what's at stake if they fall short. We'll also take a closer look at Alabama and why the pressure surrounding Kalen DeBoer may be different than many people think. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.