All articles tagged with #bowl projections
Originally Published 2 months ago — by Athlon Sports
Week 11 college football upsets significantly altered the playoff and bowl projections, with Ohio State projected as the No. 1 seed, Texas Tech rising after a Big 12 title win, and the ACC race wide open. The SEC may face bowl eligibility issues, leading to conference slot shuffling, while postseason matchups are set with detailed projections for all bowls and playoff games.
Originally Published 1 year ago — by The Athletic
With college football's conference championships concluded, projections for the 12-team Playoff suggest Oregon and Georgia as the top seeds, followed by Boise State and Arizona State. Clemson may be seeded 11th or 12th, depending on whether SMU or Alabama secures the last at-large spot. Notre Dame and Texas are projected as the 5th and 6th seeds, respectively. Other bowl predictions include BYU vs. Colorado in the Alamo Bowl and Miami vs. Iowa State in the Pop-Tarts Bowl. The final Playoff and bowl lineups will be influenced by the committee's decisions.
Originally Published 1 year ago — by Bleacher Report
The latest College Football Playoff rankings reveal significant shifts following a weekend of upsets, particularly affecting SEC teams like Alabama and Ole Miss, which have dropped in standings. With 77 teams eligible for 82 bowl slots, the postseason landscape is competitive, with several teams on the cusp of eligibility. The rankings and bowl projections highlight the impact of recent games, with Oregon, Texas, Miami, and Boise State leading the playoff race. The article discusses the implications of these rankings and the potential controversies surrounding playoff selections.
Originally Published 1 year ago — by Sports Illustrated
Nebraska football secured a bowl game appearance for the first time since 2016 after defeating Wisconsin 44-25. ESPN's Kyle Bonagura and Mark Schlabach project Nebraska to face Georgia Tech, with Bonagura predicting the Pinstripe Bowl in New York and Schlabach the Duke's Mayo Bowl in Charlotte. This marks a celebratory return to postseason play for Nebraska fans.
Originally Published 1 year ago — by CBS Sports
Alabama's chances of making the College Football Playoff (CFP) have diminished after a significant loss to Oklahoma, marking their third defeat of the season. Ole Miss also suffered a crucial loss, likely ending their CFP hopes. Georgia secured a spot in the SEC Championship, while Texas A&M's playoff hopes are slim despite a close loss to Auburn. Indiana remains in playoff contention despite losing to Ohio State. The CFP projections include Ohio State, Georgia, Boise State, and Miami as top seeds, with several other teams vying for at-large spots.
Originally Published 1 year ago — by CBS Sports
In the latest College Football Playoff projections, Colorado is set to win the Big 12 and secure a spot in the CFP field, while Boise State, as the Mountain West champion, earns a first-round bye by being ranked fourth. This scenario leaves Ole Miss out of the playoff picture, with Tennessee as the last team in. The Big Ten and SEC each have four teams in the projections, with one each from the ACC, Big 12, and Mountain West, plus Notre Dame. Upcoming games, including Indiana's matchup against Ohio State, could further impact these projections.
Originally Published 1 year ago — by Sports Illustrated
The latest bowl projections for the 2024 college football season highlight the dominance of the SEC and Big Ten, with recent upsets like Georgia Tech's win over Miami and Kansas's victory over Iowa State affecting the playoff landscape. The projections, based on the AP Poll and College Football Reference's Simple Rating System, outline potential matchups for various bowls, including the inaugural 12-team College Football Playoff. Key games include Alabama vs. Indiana and Ole Miss vs. Penn State in the first round, with potential quarterfinal matchups featuring teams like Notre Dame, Oregon, and Texas.
Originally Published 1 year ago — by The Athletic
Tennessee is projected to miss the College Football Playoff despite a 10-2 record, potentially landing in the Las Vegas Bowl against Arizona State. The Citrus Bowl is unlikely due to Tennessee's recent appearance there. With other SEC teams like LSU, Texas A&M, and South Carolina projected at 9-3, the Citrus Bowl may select South Carolina for their momentum and ticket sales potential. The projections also include a shift in the Big 12 champion from BYU to Colorado, affecting other bowl matchups.
Originally Published 1 year ago — by AL.com
Alabama football's dominant 42-13 victory over LSU has bolstered its College Football Playoff (CFP) prospects, with projections suggesting a potential strong showing. CBS predicts Alabama will win the SEC and secure the No. 3 seed, earning a spot in the Peach Bowl, while 247Sports projects a No. 10 seed, facing Notre Dame in the first round. Alabama's performance, highlighted by Jalen Milroe's four rushing touchdowns, has kept their CFP hopes alive, while LSU's chances have diminished with their third loss.
Originally Published 1 year ago — by On3.com
CBS Sports has updated its projections for the College Football Playoff (CFP) and the full bowl slate following Week 10, based on the first CFP rankings of the year. The 12-team bracket includes Georgia as the projected No. 1 seed, with Ohio State, Miami, and Iowa State also securing top spots. Key matchups in November could alter these projections, as teams like Oregon, Alabama, and Notre Dame remain in contention. The projections also outline potential bowl game matchups, highlighting the dynamic nature of the college football season.
Originally Published 2 years ago — by The Oklahoma Daily
The College Football Playoff Selection Show is set to begin at 11 a.m. on ESPN, with Oklahoma awaiting its bowl game berth. With recent wins by Texas, Florida State, and SMU, it is likely that the Sooners will be heading to a New Year's Six bowl game. Bowl game announcements will start at 1:30 p.m. Oklahoma is currently ranked No. 12 in the AP Top 25 poll. Bowl projections suggest potential matchups against Ohio State, SMU, or Arizona. If the BCS system was still in place, Oklahoma would finish at No. 12.
Originally Published 2 years ago — by CBS Sports
Texas is projected to secure a College Football Playoff bid over Alabama due to their head-to-head victory earlier in the season, while Michigan moves to the number one spot. The SEC's streak of sending a team to the playoff may be broken this year. Additionally, there have been changes in bowl projections, with Alabama now slotted for the Orange Bowl and Liberty expected to secure a spot in the Fiesta Bowl as the top Group of Five team.
Originally Published 2 years ago — by Saturday Down South
Alabama wins the SEC championship, but their chances of making it into the College Football Playoff are uncertain. Florida State's victory over Louisville complicates the playoff picture, potentially impacting Alabama's chances. The final SEC bowl projections include Alabama facing Michigan in the Sugar Bowl, Washington against Texas in the Rose Bowl, and Georgia against Florida State in the Orange Bowl.
Originally Published 2 years ago — by CBS Sports
Eight teams are still in contention for the College Football Playoff, with the Pac-12 champion guaranteed a spot for the first time since 2016. The remaining teams, including the four unbeaten teams and No. 6 Oregon, control their own playoff fate. The article provides an overview of each team's path to the playoffs and also mentions that CBS Sports has released updated bowl projections for the 2023-24 season.
Originally Published 2 years ago — by Rivals.com - Florida State
Florida State is projected to go to either the Sugar Bowl or the Peach Bowl in the College Football Playoff or NY6 bowls. Various projections have them facing Georgia, Michigan, or Texas, depending on the source. If FSU beats Louisville in the ACC title game, they are expected to secure a spot in the CFP as an unbeaten league champion.