The College Football Playoff Selection Committee is set for a challenging weekend, tasked with determining the final at-large selections after various conference championship results. A notable factor is Alabama’s significant defeat to Georgia, raising questions about their eligibility against contenders such as Miami for a spot.
However, if they overlook the SEC Championship significance for the first time, Alabama may get overlooked for such spots. Notably, no team has reached the playoffs with three losses, nor has any at-large team been sidelined for multiple losses by significant margins.
Particularly, there’s historical precedent for teams dropping unexpectedly; in 2014, TCU fell from a confident No. 3 to No. 6 after a dominating victory when no conference championship was held in the Big 12.
The playoff outlook also places Indiana as the only unbeaten team post-season, having defeated Ohio State. They are projected to lead the playoff field along with top contenders such as Georgia and Texas Tech. Key matchups in the upcoming CFP quarterfinals include acclaimed venues, with Indiana versus the eventual winner emerging from Ohio State’s clash.
College Football Playoff
Quarterfinals
| Date | Game / Location | Projection |
|---|---|---|
| Jan. 1 | Rose Bowl Pasadena, Calif. |
(1) Indiana vs. (8/9) Winner |
| Jan. 1 | Cotton Bowl Arlington, Texas |
(2) Ohio State vs. (7/10) Winner |
| Jan. 1 | Sugar Bowl New Orleans |
(3) Georgia vs. (6/11) Winner |
| Dec. 31 | Orange Bowl Miami, Fla. |
(4) Texas Tech vs. (5/12) Winner |
This is the predicted breakdown for the final College Football playoff spots, showcasing fervent aspirations for teams like Notre Dame and Alabama to secure their places amidst fierce competition.
