Could a non-Power 5 team make the College Football Playoff this year? #DearAndy

What would have to happen for a Group of Five team to make the College Football Playoff? Is any team up to the task this year?

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Will a non-Power 5 team make the College Football Playoff? Which team could?

It will take more than just talent from a Group of Five team to reach the playoff. They must have the right schedule, too. It just so happens one team might have the necessary skill and strength of schedule to force its way into the top four.

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