Former coaches Gus Malzahn and Jeff Tedford, along with Louisiana athletic director Bryan Maggard, are joining the College Football Playoff Selection Committee ahead of the 2026 season, CFP executive director Rich Clark announced Monday.
Malzahn retired earlier this year after one season as Florida State’s offensive coordinator following a four-year stint as UCF’s head coach. Tedford last worked as Fresno State’s coach in 2023 before stepping aside after a nine-win season. Maggard is entering his 10th year leading Louisiana’s athletic department efforts.
The trio replaces Chris Ault, Jeff Long and David Sayler, whose committee terms have expired. The CFP also announced Hunter Yurachek will remain in his role as selection committee chair.
“The additions of Bryan Maggard, Gus Malzahn and Jeff Tedford will introduce strong, fresh perspectives to the selection committee as we enter our 13th season,” Clark said in a release. “Each brings a deep understanding of the game, a genuine passion for college football and a commitment to integrity and excellence. Their diverse backgrounds as university leaders, recent coaches and former student-athletes will complement our returning members and allow for a seamless transition.”
2026 CFP selection committee
Troy Dannen, Nebraska ADMark Harlan, Utah ADChris Massaro, Middle Tennessee ADCarla Williams, Virginia ADHunter Yurachek, Arkansas ADMark Dantonio, former coachGus Malzahn, former coachJeff Tedford, former coachMike Riley, former coachRandall McDaniel, former All-American OLWesley Walls, former All-American TEIvan Maisel, retired media
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