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College football Week 14 recap: Ohio State’s dominance, ACC’s confusion

by David Harrison – Chief Editor December 1, 2025

written by David Harrison – Chief Editor

COLUMBUS,OH – ⁢ Ohio State cemented its College Football Playoff‍ aspirations with a commanding victory,while the ‍Atlantic Coast Conference finds itself embroiled⁤ in unexpected postseason uncertainty ⁢as Week 14 delivered a mix⁤ of decisive results and lingering ‌questions ‍on November 30,2025.The Buckeyes‘‌ performance highlighted a weekend of compelling matchups, ‍impacting the national championship picture ‌and bowl projections across the country.

the stakes are now exceptionally high for teams vying for‍ playoff berths and coveted bowl invitations. ohio State’s win strengthens ⁤its position, but the ACC‘s evolving landscape introduces new complexities. Conference championship games loom, and the final College Football Playoff rankings-scheduled for release on december 8, 2025-will determine the ⁢four teams competing for the national title. this week’s results significantly shift the calculus for selection commitee members.

Ohio state’s⁢ dominance led the⁢ list of notable outcomes. No. 4 ‍Georgia defeated No. 23 georgia Tech 16-9. Houston‌ secured a 31-24 win over Baylor. In Division II action,‌ No. 16‌ Newberry ⁢edged No.9 West Florida 24-17 after a⁤ late-game ⁣rally.⁢ UAB⁢ also claimed ⁣a 31-24 victory against Tulsa.

These results, alongside⁢ others across the nation, contribute to a dynamic playoff picture. The ACC’s situation, in particular, is drawing scrutiny ⁤as teams navigate tiebreaker scenarios and⁤ potential conference championship rematches. The coming⁣ week ⁣will be critical⁣ as teams prepare for their ⁣final regular-season contests ⁣and⁢ championship opportunities.

December 1, 2025 0 comments

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AP Top 25: Ohio State, Indiana set for first Big Ten No. 1 vs. 2 matchup since 2006

by Emma Walker – News Editor November 30, 2025

written by Emma Walker – News Editor

AP Top 25: Ohio State, Indiana to ‌Clash⁤ in first Big Ten No. 1 vs. No. 2 Matchup As 2006

COLUMBUS, OH – November 29, 2025 – The College Football Playoff picture is taking‌ shape as the final championship weekend approaches, and the AP Top 25 reflects a tightening race. For the first time as 2006, the Big Ten Championship will feature a No. ⁢1 versus⁣ No. 2 matchup, with Ohio State holding the top spot and ⁤Indiana at No. 2.

This week’s poll sees several ⁤shifts following a turbulent ⁣weekend of ⁣play. Pitt, SMU, and Tennessee have fallen out of the top 25, making way for Arizona (No. 22), navy (No. 23), and Missouri (No. 25). Navy’s ranking marks the program’s ⁤first appearance ‌in the poll this ⁣season, contributing to a ‌strong showing for the American Athletic Conference with North Texas (No.20) and Tulane (No. 21) also ranked. Arizona’s inclusion signifies a successful rebound season under ‍second-year coach Brent Brennan.

Beyond the Big Ten headliner,other key conference championship matchups include No.10 Alabama versus No.⁤ 3 georgia in the SEC, No. 11 BYU against No. 5 texas⁣ Tech in the Big 12, and No. ‌20 North Texas at No. 21 Tulane in the American. ‍The American Championship game is anticipated to have Playoff implications. The ACC will see an unranked Duke face No. 16 ⁤Virginia.

Despite recent close calls, including a narrow escape against LSU, Oklahoma remains in contention, currently viewed as comfortably in the Playoff. However, analysts question whether the Sooners are definitively ⁣superior to teams like BYU, Texas (which defeated Oklahoma), Utah, or Vanderbilt. Oklahoma’s head-to-head win over Alabama currently keeps them ahead of the Tide in rankings.

Indiana faces a daunting challenge against Ohio ⁤State, having lost 30 ⁢consecutive games to the Buckeyes dating back to 1988.⁢ This will be Indiana’s third all-time matchup against a top-five opponent and their second in as many years, following a top-five loss at Ohio State ⁢last season.

November 30, 2025 0 comments

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An overcrowded College Football Playoff squeeze is coming, plus more Week 14 takeaways

by Alex Carter - Sports Editor November 30, 2025

written by Alex Carter - Sports Editor

Playoff Chaos Looms as conference Championship Weekend Approaches

College football’s postseason picture is rapidly becoming more complex, with several teams vying for a limited number of College Football Playoff spots. A crowded field and unexpected results⁣ in Week 14 have‌ set the stage for a tense selection Sunday.

Key Takeaways from Week 14:

* nebraska’s late-Season Collapse: ⁣Despite receiving a contract‍ extension in late October to deter a⁤ potential move to Penn State, Nebraska coach Matt Rhule saw his team falter down the stretch.The Huskers, previously 6-2, lost three of thier final four games, culminating in a 40-16 defeat to iowa.‍ The loss of star quarterback Dylan Raiola to a season-ending injury in their November 1st game against USC contributed to the downturn, but the defense conceded 77 points across the last two contests. Rhule’s ‍guaranteed compensation now totals $71 million, up from $49 million with the extension, but ‍his‌ November record fell to 2-10.
* Arizona’s Resurgent Season: No.25 Arizona concluded a surprising regular season with‌ a 23-7 victory over rival Arizona State. Under coach Brent Brennan, the Wildcats improved to 9-3, a significant jump from their 4-8 record the previous year, despite losing key players in the ‌offseason.
* Arizona state’s Disappointment: Arizona ‌State’s season ended with an 8-4 record, ‌a ‌step back from their previous Big‌ 12 title season. The⁤ loss of quarterback Sam Leavitt to injury in October hampered ⁢their efforts, and sixth-year quarterback Jeff Sims struggled against Arizona, committing⁤ five turnovers.
* New Mexico’s Historic Season: New Mexico coach Jason Eck is emerging as a ⁤national coach of the year candidate after leading the Lobos to their first nine-win regular season in 28 years. The team also achieved an undefeated home record, the first since⁣ 1962. A 23-17 double-overtime win against San diego State created a four-way tie for first place in the Mountain West ⁢Conference at 6-2, with Boise State and UNLV also involved. The conference championship game participants will be persistent by computer ratings.
* florida’s Victory, Bowl Drought: Florida defeated ⁢Florida State 40-21, but neither team will participate in a bowl ‍game for the first time since 1978.

November 30, 2025 0 comments

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Title: College Football Playoff Picture Solidifies After Week 14 Upsets

by Alex Carter - Sports Editor November 30, 2025

written by Alex Carter - Sports Editor

College football Playoff Debate Intensifies as Committee Rankings Loom

CHARLOTTE, N.C. – The College Football Playoff committee faces a critical decision this week as it prepares to release its penultimate rankings, with the debate between Notre Dame and Miami perhaps reaching a head.Both teams finished strong, but a head-to-head victory for the Hurricanes over the Fighting Irish on Labor Day weekend could prove decisive, according to Miami coach Mario Cristobal.”The best part of football is you get to settle it on the field,where head-to-head is always the No. 1 criteria,” Cristobal told ESPN after Miami’s win over Pitt.

Notre Dame coach Marcus Freeman countered, asserting his team’s strength relative to the field: “It’s hard for me to believe that there are 12 better teams than Notre Dame as we consider who should be in the Playoff.”

A comparative analysis of common opponents reveals a compelling contrast. Notre Dame and Miami both faced NC State, Syracuse, Stanford, and pitt. The Irish outscored these opponents by a combined 192-49, highlighted by a dominant 70-7 victory over Syracuse. Miami’s combined score against the same four teams was 160-31.

As of Sunday morning,projections by The Athletic’s Stewart Mandel indicate Notre Dame has a 95 percent chance of making the Playoff,while Miami’s chances are estimated at just 1 percent. The committee’s rankings, released Tuesday, may effectively settle the debate as neither team has a game remaining.

ACC Championship Game Presents Unexpected Matchup

The ACC Championship Game will feature an unexpected rematch between No. 18 virginia (10-2) and Duke (7-5). Cal’s upset victory over SMU dashed the Mustangs’ championship hopes and set up the second meeting between the Cavaliers and blue Devils, whom Virginia defeated 34-17 earlier this season. Duke secured its spot despite a 0-2 record against the top six teams in the ACC standings, benefiting from conference tiebreaker rules based on opponents’ winning percentages.

Group of 5 Teams Could Make History

Duke’s unlikely championship appearance opens a potential path for James Madison (11-1) to become the committee’s fifth-highest-ranked conference champion, should they win the Sun Belt Championship against Troy. this scenario would result in two Group of 5 teams reaching the Playoff, alongside the winner of the American Championship Game between Tulane (10-2) and North Texas (11-1). Mandel’s projections currently give JMU a 39 percent chance of making the Playoff,compared to Duke’s 7 percent.

November 30, 2025 0 comments

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Title: College Football Rivalry Week: Picks, Predictions & Top Games

by David Harrison – Chief Editor November 27, 2025

written by David Harrison – Chief Editor

Rivalry Week Shakes Up College Football Playoff Picture with‍ Key ATS Matchups

College football’s most heated rivalries take center stage this ‍week, with implications extending far beyond state pride and into the College Football Playoff selection process. Several ⁤matchups feature critically important point spreads, presenting opportunities⁢ for savvy bettors and adding another layer of intensity to already⁢ emotionally charged contests. Experts are closely analyzing these games, with standings showing ⁣a tight race among college ‍football analysts predicting against the spread.

The stakes are notably high for teams vying‌ for conference championships and coveted playoff berths. Ohio State travels to Michigan, Alabama ‍faces‌ Auburn, and other ‌conventional clashes will determine division winners and perhaps reshape the national landscape. A extensive look at picks against the spread from leading analysts reveals varying degrees of‌ confidence in these high-profile games, with overall records demonstrating the difficulty of ‌consistently predicting outcomes ‌in rivalry‌ contests.

Here’s a ⁢breakdown of picks and standings from a panel of⁣ college football experts:

Matt Baker currently leads the group with a 64-52-2 overall record,⁤ having gone 6-1 last week‌ and 8-6 on wild card picks. David Ubben is close behind at 63-53-2 following a 3-4 week and 6-8 wild card record. chris Vannini holds a 61-55-2 overall record, bolstered by a perfect⁢ 7-0 week and a 9-5 wild card performance.

Dan Santaromita has a‍ 60-55-3 overall record, despite a 4-2-1 week and ⁢a‌ struggling 2-11-1 on wild card selections. Sam ⁢Khan Jr.stands at ⁤58-57-3 with a 3-4 week ⁣and 7-6-1 wild card record. austin Mock is 56-59-3 mirroring Khan Jr.’s 3-4 week and 7-6-1 wild card performance.

Seth Emerson has a 55-60-2 overall record, following a strong 5-2 week but a⁣ disappointing 3-10 wild card record. Daniel Shirley is 54-60-3 with a ⁤4-3 week and 4-8-1 wild card ⁤record. Mark Cooper trails the group ‌at 45-71-2 after a 4-3 week⁣ and 5-9 wild card record.

November 27, 2025 0 comments

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Title: College Football Playoff Rankings: Top Teams Shift Amidst Key Week 12 Games

by David Harrison – Chief Editor November 12, 2025

written by David Harrison – Chief Editor

College Football Playoff Picture: Key Games ⁤& Shifting Rankings

The College Football Playoff race ‌is intensifying as conference ⁤championship contention comes⁤ into sharper focus. Several upcoming matchups will substantially impact the rankings and potential paths⁣ to⁤ the playoff. Here’s a breakdown of key ⁢games and their implications, ‍based on current standings and team trajectories:

Looking Ahead to Conference Championships

The ACC remains a viable path to the playoff for multiple teams. The winner of the ACC Championship game is highly likely to be considered ‍for a playoff spot.

Week 13 – Pivotal Contests

* No.11 Oklahoma at No. 4 Alabama: ⁣ An Oklahoma victory would keep their playoff hopes ⁣alive, though‌ a loss wouldn’t necessarily eliminate Alabama.
* No. 10 Texas at No. 5 Georgia: Texas’s SEC Championship⁤ aspirations hinge on this game. A loss would severely ⁣hamper⁤ their chances, but a third loss ⁤doesn’t entirely⁢ extinguish‌ their playoff hopes.
* No. 24 USF at Navy: This is one of three remaining regular-season‌ games impacting the American athletic‌ Conference title race, wiht six ⁣teams still in contention.
* No. 17 USC at⁤ No. 8 Oregon: ⁣Oregon faces a‍ challenging stretch, and this game could ‌be an elimination scenario against their toughest ⁣remaining⁤ opponent.
* No. 12 BYU at No. 25 ⁤Cincinnati: The⁤ outcome of this game will likely determine‍ the opponent Texas Tech⁣ faces in ⁤the Big⁤ 12 Championship Game.
* No. 22 Pitt at No.16⁤ Georgia Tech: ⁢Georgia Tech is poised to ⁢enter its final ACC game with its CFP and ACC title aspirations intact.
* No. 20 Louisville at ⁤SMU: ‌SMU’s chances of ⁤reaching the CFP depend on winning ⁢the ACC. Louisville can remain in contention for the ACC ‍title ⁢game with a win here, alongside victories over pitt and Miami.

Week 14 – ‍Championship Implications

* No. 5 Georgia vs. No. 16 Georgia Tech (at Mercedes-Benz stadium in ⁤Atlanta): ‌A Georgia Tech victory would significantly bolster their at-large ⁤bid chances.Georgia‌ likely needs ⁣one win between this game and ⁣the ⁤Texas matchup to secure their‍ playoff position.
* No. 3 Texas A&M‌ at ‌No. 10 Texas: Texas will enter this⁣ game with a playoff prospect, nonetheless of the⁣ outcome of their game⁣ against Georgia.For⁤ texas A&M, the stakes may ‌centre around securing home-field advantage for the SEC Championship Game.
* No. 14 ‌Vanderbilt at No. 23 Tennessee: ‌ Vanderbilt’s ⁢potential upset loss to Kentucky could eliminate this game ⁣from playoff consideration. A ‍win would⁢ set up a⁢ crucial game against tennessee.
* No. 15 Miami at No. ‍22 Pitt: This represents Miami’s toughest remaining test, but navigating prior‍ games against‍ NC⁢ State and Virginia tech is not guaranteed.
* No. 1 Ohio State at⁢ No. 18 Michigan: Michigan could host Ohio State with a chance to secure a ⁤fifth consecutive win in the series and ⁤a return to the Big Ten Championship Game.

This ‍analysis reflects the current landscape and potential outcomes based on verifiable facts. The playoff picture remains ‍fluid, and these games will be critical in determining the final four teams.

November 12, 2025 0 comments

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