It's a new era for the College Football Playoff, with the field growing from four to 12 this season. That means three times as many programs will gain entry, but, beginning with Tuesday's initial playoff rankings,

Released Tuesday night for the first time this season, the CFP rankings — chosen by the 13-member playoff selection committee that will determine which 12 teams are given a chance to play for the national championship — have BYU at No.

Through eight games, BYU is 8-0 and 5-0 in Big 12 play. The Cougars have everything to play for as the calendar turns to November. Tuesday is an important day f