Cincinnati Bearcats Playoffs 2026
Cincinnati Bearcats 2026 playoff page. The Cincinnati are 5-4, 11th in the Big 12 with a +32 point differential and a 2-game losing streak.
Last time out they lost to the Houston Cougars 24-31 on the road. Next up: away at the Iowa State Cyclones (4-5) on Saturday, November 14, 2026 at 12:00 PM EST. Their remaining opponents have a combined 0.519 record, including 1 game against teams currently in playoff position.
Cincinnati Playoff Outlook
Last game
L 24-31 at 
Houston Cougars
· Week 1
Next game
at 
Iowa State Cyclones (4-5)
· Week 1
Remaining schedule
3 games left · opponents’ record 0.519 · 1 vs current playoff teams
Big 12 Standings
| # | Team | W-L | Div | Diff | Strk |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 |  Utah Utes | 9-0 | 5-0 | +192 | W5 |
| 2 |  Texas Tech Red Raiders | 8-1 | 3-1 | +121 | W2 |
| 3 |  Arizona Wildcats | 7-2 | 2-1 | +129 | W1 |
| 4 | Houston Cougars | 7-2 | 2-1 | +127 | W1 |
| 5 |  Brigham Young Cougars | 7-2 | 1-2 | +101 | L1 |
| 6 |  Oklahoma State Cowboys | 6-3 | 2-2 | +150 | W1 |
| 7 |  Baylor Bears | 6-3 | 2-2 | +134 | W2 |
| 8 |  UCF Knights | 5-4 | 2-1 | +37 | W1 |
| 9 |  West Virginia Mountaineers | 5-4 | 2-1 | +24 | L1 |
| 10 |  Arizona State Sun Devils | 5-4 | 2-2 | +10 | W1 |
| 11 | Cincinnati Bearcats | 5-4 | 1-3 | +32 | L2 |
| 12 |  TCU Horned Frogs | 4-5 | 2-2 | +72 | L1 |
| 13 | Iowa State Cyclones | 4-5 | 1-2 | +3 | L1 |
| 14 |  Kansas State Wildcats | 4-5 | 1-3 | +41 | L3 |
| 15 |  Colorado Buffaloes | 3-6 | 1-3 | -77 | L1 |
| 16 |  Kansas Jayhawks | 3-6 | 1-4 | +42 | L2 |
Season Trend
Cincinnati Playoff Push: 2026 Schedule and Results
| Wk | Date | Opponent | Opp. record | Result |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | at West Virginia | 5-4 | L 42-45 | |
| 1 | vs Texas Tech | 8-1 | W 37-24 | |
| 1 | vs Utah #3 | 9-0 | L 25-49 | |
| 1 | at Houston | 7-2 | L 24-31 | |
| 1 | at Iowa State | 4-5 | ||
| 1 | vs Colorado | 3-6 | ||
| 1 | at BYU #9 | 7-2 |
This Cincinnati Bearcats playoffs page refreshes after every Cincinnati game: record, seed, magic number and remaining schedule. Compare them with the rest of the Big 12 playoff picture, or see their projected route on the bracket.
Cincinnati Bearcats playoffs FAQ
Are the Cincinnati Bearcats in the 2026 playoffs?
No, they have been eliminated from the 2026 playoffs.
What seed would the Cincinnati be?
They are outside the six playoff spots in the Big 12 today.
Who leads the Big 12?
Utah Utes (9-0); the Cincinnati are 11th.
When is the next Cincinnati game?
Saturday, November 14, 2026 at 12:00 PM EST, away at the Iowa State Cyclones.
How hard is the Cincinnati remaining schedule?
3 games left against opponents with a combined 0.519 record; 1 against teams currently in playoff position.
How can the Cincinnati clinch a playoff spot?
Win the Big 12, or finish with one of the five best records among Big 12 non-division-winners. A magic number appears here once a berth is within reach.
What is the Cincinnati record at home and on the road?
1-1 at home, 0-2 away; 1-3 in the division and 1-3 in the half.