What are the key matchups to watch in Rivalry Week?
Key matchups include Alabama vs. Auburn, Ohio State vs. Michigan, and Virginia vs. Virginia Tech.
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College Football Playoff Bubble Watch: Week 13
Week 13 of college football saw minimal changes in the top rankings, but significant movement on the CFP bubble. This article summarizes the latest projections and analyzes which teams are in contention for a playoff spot as Rivalry Week ap...
Key Insights
- Several teams are vying for a spot in their respective conference championship games, including Duke, Georgia Tech, Miami, Pitt, SMU, and Virginia in the ACC, and Arizona State, BYU, Texas Tech, and Utah in the Big 12.
- The College Football Playoff selection committee's rankings are expected to remain mostly unchanged, with 11 of the top 12 teams winning their Week 13 games by double digits.
- Teams on the bubble are looking to improve their resumes with strong performances in Rivalry Week and conference championship games.
- Key teams to watch include Alabama, Oregon, Texas Tech, and Miami, as well as Group of Five contenders like Tulane and James Madison.
- Vanderbilt and Miami are looking to move up in the rankings, potentially surpassing Utah, while Texas and Michigan are hoping for resume-changing wins in Rivalry Week.
In-Depth Analysis
The College Football Playoff picture remains fluid as teams make their final push for contention. Several teams need key wins in Rivalry Week to solidify their chances.
**SEC:** Alabama needs a win against Auburn to lock in an SEC championship game appearance. Vanderbilt remains a long shot but needs a win against Tennessee and multiple upsets to be considered.
**Big Ten:** Oregon solidified its position with a win against USC but needs to beat Washington and have Michigan beat Ohio State to reach the Big Ten title game. Michigan needs to beat Ohio State and have either Indiana or Oregon lose to reach the title game.
**Big 12:** Texas Tech can clinch a Big 12 title game spot with a win at West Virginia. BYU needs a home win against UCF to stay in contention.
**ACC:** Miami has a 13% chance of reaching the ACC title game and needs to win against Pitt. Virginia can clinch a spot by beating Virginia Tech. SMU has the best chance to reach the ACC Championship game but needs to win against Cal.
**Group of Five:** Tulane and James Madison are the frontrunners. Tulane has a more direct path, while North Texas needs a win and favorable rankings.
FAQ
Which Group of Five teams have the best chance to make the CFP?
Tulane and James Madison are the leading contenders from the Group of Five.
What are the scenarios for teams to reach their conference championship games?
Several teams need specific wins and losses by other teams to clinch their conference championship game spots, as detailed in the conference breakdowns above.
Takeaways
- The College Football Playoff rankings are highly volatile, and teams on the bubble need to perform well in Rivalry Week and conference championships.
- Key teams to watch include Alabama, Oregon, Texas Tech, Miami, Tulane, and James Madison.
- Upsets and unexpected results can significantly impact the final CFP selection.
Discussion
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