College football Week 4 impacts playoff projections and NFL draft prospects

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Week 4 of the college football season has significantly impacted the 2026 College Football Playoff projections and 2027 NFL Draft outlooks. Ohio State wide receiver Jeremiah Smith delivered a historic performance against Illinois, recording 12 receptions for 217 yards and four touchdowns, cementing his status as a Heisman Trophy favorite and a top NFL prospect.

In the SEC, Texas maintained its top ranking following a victory over Tennessee, while Georgia remains a dominant force after defeating Oklahoma. Florida saw a major boost in playoff projections after a 52-28 win over Ole Miss, and Mississippi State also entered the projected playoff field following a win against Missouri.

Other notable results include Wisconsin upsetting Penn State and Oregon defeating USC. The current playoff landscape is heavily dominated by SEC teams, though conference play continues to evolve.

Entities

Dante Moore · Florida · Jeremiah Smith · Mississippi State · Ohio State · Oregon Ducks · Tennessee Volunteers · Texas · USC

Sources

SEC Football Power Rankings Week 5 [www.aseaofblue.com]

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Week 5 College Football Hub: Picks, Best Bets, and Previews – KDUS AM 1060 [kdus1060.com]

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Jeremiah Smith makes Heisman Trophy statement with historic performance in Week 4 [www.saturdaydownsouth.com]

6 days ago

Week 5 College Football Hub: Picks, Best Bets, and Previews [vsin.com]

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Iowa moves up to No. 14 in AP Top 25 and goes into Buckeyes showdown as possible playoff contender [www.newsday.com]

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NFL Draft Stock: 5 Big Winners and 2 Losers From College Football Week 4 [www.si.com]

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B/R's 2026 College Football Playoff Bracket Projections and Predictions after Week 4 [bleacherreport.com]

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