The college football landscape shifted dramatically after a chaotic Week 13. Seven ranked teams faced defeats, including two previously undefeated squads. This turmoil has stirred the pot significantly in the College Football Playoff race.
Among the notable casualties were Indiana, Alabama, Ole Miss, BYU, Texas A&M, Colorado, and Army. Each loss altered bowl projections and playoff predictions. The SEC saw its hierarchy upended, while the Big 12’s playoff picture grew murkier as well.
The expanded 12-team playoff format will admit the top five conference champions and seven additional high-ranked teams. With that arrangement, the highest-seeded conference champions earn first-round byes. This opens doors for various programs that once appeared unlikely to progress in January.
As bowl season approaches, the possibilities for matchups begin to crystallize. Early predictions suggest intriguing encounters, such as a possible first-round clash between Arizona State and Ohio State, or SMU facing the Buckeyes.
Anticipation builds as Selection Day approaches on December 8. The excitement of postseason college football remains palpable, with fans eagerly discussing potential matchups across the country.
Beyond the playoff implications, a 36-game bowl schedule awaits teams, beginning with the Cricket Celebration Bowl on December 14 and culminating in the Bahamas Bowl set for January 4.
Every week will bring updates and changes to bowl projections as teams jockey for position. Week 13 served as a reminder of how unpredictable college football can be. Many teams now have fresh hopes, while others are left to contend with an uncertain postseason fate.
Fans are in for a thrilling end to the season as the field narrows and the stakes rise. The countdown to the College Football Playoff is officially on.
