In the final regular season College Football Playoff bracketology by USA TODAY Sports, Ohio State remains in the field despite a loss to Michigan, while Arizona State secures a Big 12 win and earns an opening-round bye. The nine Bowl Subdivision conference championship games set to be played will determine the final rankings before the playoff selection committee unveils them on Sunday.
Ohio State’s loss to Michigan results in them facing Indiana in the opening round, with Notre Dame, Georgia, and Penn State projected as host teams as well. An SMU win in the ACC would benefit Alabama, who could face Notre Dame in a must-see matchup if the Crimson Tide secure a spot.
Arizona State is set to beat Iowa State and rise in the rankings, potentially surpassing Boise State. The projection includes four teams from the Big Ten and SEC each, along with Notre Dame, SMU, Boise State, and Arizona State.
Some teams to watch include Army, South Carolina, Miami, and Indiana. Army’s playoff chances are low, South Carolina’s losses overshadow a strong finish, Miami’s chances are slim after a loss to Syracuse, and Indiana remains a solid playoff pick despite a loss to Ohio State.
The playoff picture will be finalized after the conference championship games, with several teams vying for spots in the field. Ohio State and Arizona State have boosted their chances with key wins, setting up an exciting conclusion to the college football season.
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