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Iowa State Athletic Director Jamie Pollard hands Valero Alamo Bowl CEO Derrick Fox a plane made out of Busch Light cans during the Cyclone Spirit Rally on Thursday, Dec. 27, 2018, in San Antonio. Iowa State takes on Washington State in the Valero Alamo Bowl on Friday.

SMU, Iowa State ADs Trade Barbs Over CFP Résumés After Latest Rankings

Athletic directors are getting into it online over the latest College Football Playoff rankings.

Dan Lyons
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Iowa State Athletic Director Jamie Pollard hands Valero Alamo Bowl CEO Derrick Fox a plane made out of Busch Light cans during the Cyclone Spirit Rally on Thursday, Dec. 27, 2018, in San Antonio. Iowa State takes on Washington State in the Valero Alamo Bowl on Friday.

SMU, Iowa State ADs Trade Barbs Over CFP Résumés After Latest Rankings

Athletic directors are getting into it online over the latest College Football Playoff rankings.

Dan Lyons
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Dabo Swinney and the Clemson Tigers could wreak havoc in the College Football Playoff selection committee’s final rankings and bracket.

Alabama vs. Miami? Actually, Clemson Is Chaos Agent in CFP Bracket

The debate for the final spot in the 12-team field boils down to the Crimson Tide and Hurricanes ... unless the Tigers win the ACC title game and steal a bid.

Bryan Fischer
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The Crimson Tide look to be in position to claim a College Football Playoff berth if SMU beats Clemson in the ACC championship.

Alabama and the SEC Are, Once Again, Getting Their Way

The Crimson Tide jumping Miami in this week’s College Football Playoff rankings lays bare the sport’s dubious power structure.

Pat Forde
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Oregon Ducks coach Dan Lanning holds a Washington helmet at halftime.

Dan Lanning's Fiery Halftime Speech Led to Oregon Smashing UW Helmet With Sledgehammer

Dan Lanning had Oregon fired up after a wild halftime speech against Washington.

Karl Rasmussen
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HEADLINES

Dan Radakovich voiced displeasure over his Miami Hurricanes latest College Football Playoff ranking.

Miami AD Sounds Off on CFP's Reasoning for Ranking Alabama Over Hurricanes

Mike Kadlick
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Alabama Crimson Tide quarterback Jalen Milroe (4) drops back to pass against the Auburn Tigers during the third quarter at Bryant-Denny Stadium.

Alabama's CFP Hopes May Hinge on SMU Beating Clemson in ACC Championship

Dan Lyons
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Cam Ward and the Miami Hurricanes lost 42–38 to Syracuse on Saturday to drop to 10–2 this season.

College Football Playoff Committee Explains Alabama Earning Higher Ranking Than Miami

Tom Dierberger
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Alabama quarterback Jalen Milroe attempts a pass for the Crimson Tide.

College Football World Reacts to Alabama's Controversial Latest CFP Ranking

Mike Kadlick
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Gunnar Helm and the Texas Longhorns defeated Texas A&M 17–7 on Saturday night.

College Football Playoff Rankings: Projected Bracket Revealed After Week 14

Tom Dierberger
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Former college football star Johnny Manziel speaks on SEC Network.

Johnny Manziel Backs Baker Mayfield's Stance on Flag Planting in College Football

Madison Williams
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Cristobal and Miami are 10-2 on the season.

Mario Cristobal Argues Miami Deserves CFP Spot Despite Loss to Syracuse

Ryan Phillips
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South Florida Bulls running back Kelley Joiner (8) gets past Florida Atlantic Owls defensive end Chris Jones (49) during the second half at FAU Stadium.

First Two College Football Bowl Game Matchups Announced

Dan Lyons
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Campbell and Michigan are coming off of an upset win over Ohio State.

Michigan Fires Offensive Coordinator Following Upset Win Over Ohio State

Mike Kadlick
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Georgia quarterback Carson Beck throws a pass.

Georgia QB Carson Beck Admits He Can't Watch Football for Fun: 'It's Stressful'

Madison Williams
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Nov 30, 2024; Dallas, Texas, USA; Southern Methodist Mustangs quarterback Kevin Jennings (7) in action during the game between the SMU Mustangs and the California Golden Bears at Gerald J. Ford Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Jerome Miron-Imagn Images

College Football Straight Up Picks for Every Top 25 Game in Conference Championship Game

Reed Wallach
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Ohio State football defensive back Davison Igbinosun (#1) and Michigan alum Jason Avant jostle for control of the Wolverines flag during an on-field brawl between the two teams following the game at Ohio Stadium on November 30, 2024.

Ex-NFL, Michigan Player Shares Story of Saving Flag During Brawl With Ohio State

Tim Capurso
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Alabama coach Kalen DeBoer during the No. 13 Crimson Tide's 28–14 win over Auburn on Nov. 30, 2024.

College Football Bowl Projections After Week 14

Patrick Andres
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Clemson coach Dabo Swinney and the Tigers could be a playoff-bid thief if they win the ACC title game this weekend.

Forde-Yard Dash: Conference Championship Primer With CFP Stakes

Pat Forde
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Colorado Buffaloes coach Deion Sanders (left) and wide receiver Jimmy Horn Jr. (#5) walking out for Senior Day at Folsom Feld before the team's game vs. the Oklahoma State Cowboys on November 29, 2024.

Deion Sanders Had Heartwarming Senior Day Gesture for Player Whose Father Is in Prison

Tim Capurso
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FEATURED

Michigan football players plant their team’s flag at midfield following their win over the Ohio State Buckeyes.

Forde-Yard Dash: Ways to Curtail Flag-Planting and Postgame Melees

Pat Forde
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Ohio State Buckeyes coach Ryan Day is 1–4 against the rival Michigan Wolverines after another debacle last weekend.

Forde-Yard Dash: How Hot Is Ryan Day’s Seat at Ohio State?

Pat Forde
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The Miami mascot, Sebastian, makes a crying gesture, and the Hurricanes may be feeling similar emotions as they sit on the College Football Playoff bubble.

Forde-Yard Dash: Predicting College Football Playoff Bracket

Pat Forde
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Texas Longhorns wide receiver Matthew Golden motions after getting a first down against the Texas A&M Aggies.

Texas Handles Rival Texas A&M to Make SEC Championship in First Season

Bryan Fischer
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Ohio State coach Ryan Day watches the melee on the field after the loss to Michigan.

Ohio State-Michigan Football Rivalry Needs Reset After Postgame Melee

Pat Forde
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Ohio State quarterback Will Howard motions at the line of scrimmage during a game. The Buckeyes host archrival Michigan this weekend.

College Football Watchability Week 14: Rivalry Week Games That Matter Most for the CFP

Zach Koons
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The ACC was the big winner after Week 13 chaos and the College Football Playoff selection committee rewarded the league on Tuesday in its latest rankings.

ACC Poised for Multiple College Football Playoff Bids While SEC and Big 12 Fall

Pat Forde
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The last time Texas and Texas A&M played, Longhorns kicker Justin Tucker made a 40-yard field goal to lift Texas to a 27-25 win in 2011.

Texas, Texas A&M Renew Rivalry As Bitter SEC Foes After 13-Year Hiatus

Bryan Fischer
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Alabama linebacker Jihaad Campbell celebrates after a sack. The Crimson Tide face rival Auburn this week.

Forde-Yard Dash: Rivalry Games With Spite at Stake

Pat Forde
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Texas Longhorns defensive back Andrew Mukuba celebrates an interception this season. The Longhorns will face Texas A&M in the resumption of their rivalry this week.

Forde-Yard Dash: Rivalry Week Has Major CFP Implications

Pat Forde
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Lanning and the Oregon Ducks made realignment look easy en route to a No. 1 ranking and an unbeaten record so far this season.

Forde-Yard Dash: Grading Teams’ First Season in New Conferences

Pat Forde
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Arizona State fans celebrate with Sun Devils running back Jason Brown Jr. after beating BYU.

Forde-Yard Dash: Making Sense of College Football Playoff Scenarios

Pat Forde
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The Sooners upset Alabama, defeating the Crimson Tide 24–3 Saturday.

Chaos of Week 13 Shows Expanded College Football Playoff Is Working

Bryan Fischer
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Ohio State Buckeyes defensive end JT Tuimoloau sacks Indiana Hoosiers quarterback Kurtis Rourke in the second half of their game.

Indiana’s Blowout Loss to Ohio State Ends Unbeaten Season, But Will It End CFP Bid?

Pat Forde
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The Buffaloes’ cornerback/wide receiver is mounting a strong Heisman Trophy–worthy season.

‘One of One’: Travis Hunter’s Heisman Candidacy, NFL Draft Stock Grows in Unicorn Season

Bryan Fischer
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Ben Arbuckle and Jett Niu

NSD: Oklahoma Adds Quarterback Jett Niu to 2025 Recruiting Class

John Hoover
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