Who Will Make The CFP

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Now, ten weeks into the 2024 college football season, teams nationwide have accumulated enough wins to strengthen their postseason resumes. For those with impressive records, this means a spot in the College Football Playoff (CFP) Top 25 and a potential path to the new 12-team playoff bracket.

In this inaugural year of the expanded format, the four conference champions from the ACC, Big Ten, Big 12, and SEC will be awarded the top four seeds and receive byes into the Quarterfinals, which will be held at one of the New Year's Six bowl locations. The remaining eight spots will be given to seven at-large selections and the highest-ranked champion from a Group of Five conference.

Top Teams and Current Rankings:

1. Oregon (Big Ten)
The Ducks are one of five undefeated teams and have played the toughest schedule of that group, with notable victories over Ohio State and Boise State. Oregon is on track for the Big Ten title game and could secure the No. 1 overall seed.

Upcoming schedule: vs. Maryland, at Wisconsin, vs. Washington

2. Ohio State
Despite an early-season loss to Oregon, Ohio State rebounded with a key win at Penn State, keeping them in contention for the Big Ten championship and a possible first-round bye.

Upcoming games: vs. Purdue, at Northwestern, vs. Indiana, vs. Michigan

3. Georgia (SEC)
Leading the SEC, Georgia’s only loss was on the road against Alabama. They have since recovered with a significant win over Texas, strengthening their playoff case.

Upcoming schedule: at Ole Miss, vs. Tennessee, vs. UMass, vs. Georgia Tech

4. Miami (ACC)
Undefeated going into November, Miami has a clear route to the ACC championship game and a potential first-round bye. The remaining schedule favors the Hurricanes as they aim to secure a playoff spot.

Upcoming games: at Georgia Tech, vs. Wake Forest, at Syracuse

5. Texas (SEC)
Although Texas fell to Georgia, they’re still in the hunt for the SEC title, boosted by a recent road win over Vanderbilt. Key games ahead will influence their CFP standing.

Upcoming games: vs. Mississippi State, at Georgia, vs. UTEP, at Vanderbilt

8. Indiana (Big Ten)
Under first-year coach Curt Cignetti, Indiana has surprised everyone by staying unbeaten. They share the Big Ten lead with Oregon and control their destiny, including a crucial upcoming game at Ohio State.

Upcoming games: vs. Michigan, at Ohio State, vs. Purdue

9. BYU (Big 12)
Currently leading the Big 12, BYU remains undefeated with a crucial win over Kansas State and holds a one-game lead over Iowa State and Colorado for a spot in the conference title game.

Upcoming schedule: at Utah, vs. Kansas, at Arizona State, vs. Houston

10. Notre Dame
After an early loss to Northern Illinois, Notre Dame has rebounded with wins over Texas A&M, Louisville, and Navy, keeping them in CFP contention with a chance at an at-large bid.

Upcoming games: vs. Florida State, vs. Virginia, vs. Army, at USC

11. Alabama
Alabama, under new coach Kalen DeBoer, has faced two losses this season to Vanderbilt and Tennessee, putting them on the bubble. A game against LSU may determine their playoff chances.

Upcoming games: at LSU, vs. Mercer, at Oklahoma, vs. Auburn

12. Boise State (Group of Five)
Boise State, the highest-ranked Group of Five team, has only lost to Oregon and is led by Heisman contender Ashton Jeanty. They’ll need to finish strong to secure the guaranteed CFP spot for the Group of Five.

Upcoming games: vs. Nevada, at San Jose State, at Wyoming, vs. Oregon State

Headlines 🚨

Panthers RB Chuba Hubbard reaches four-year extension worth $33 million and $15 million guaranteed.

Ravens RB Keaton Mitchell is returning to the active roster after he tore his ACL in December 2023.

Dak Prescott injury is worse than expected, part of his hamstring tore off the bone likely expected to be out more than the 4 weeks they thought.

Patrick Mahomes is on limitations in practice after hurting his ankle against the Buccaneers on Monday.

Saints WR Chris Olave is seeing specialists about concussions after getting his 2nd one.

Florida is sticking with Billy Napier as their HC.

Johntay Cook a Texas WR is leaving the program, Cook was the No. 26 overall player in the 2023 Class.

Trends 📈📉 via Oddsshark

🏈 Bengals at Ravens

• The total has gone OVER in 5 of Cincinnati's last 5 games when playing Baltimore

• Cincinnati is 4-1 ATS in its last 5 games on the road

• The total has gone OVER in 5 of Baltimore's last 5 games

🏈 Giants at Panthers

• NY Giants is 6-1 ATS in its last 7 games when playing Carolina

🏈 Patriots at Bears

• The total has gone OVER in 6 of New England's last 7 games when playing Chicago

🏈 Falcons at Saints

• The total has gone OVER in 4 of New Orleans's last 5 games at home

🏈 Bills at Colts

• The total has gone UNDER in 5 of Buffalo's last 6 games on the road

🏈 Vikings at Jaguars

• The total has gone OVER in 4 of Minnesota's last 5 games on the road

• The total has gone OVER in 5 of Jacksonville's last 5 games 

🏈 Steelers at Commanders

• The total has gone UNDER in 6 of Pittsburgh's last 7 games when playing Washington

🏈 Jets at Cardinals

• The total has gone UNDER in 5 of NY Jets's last 6 games when playing Arizona

🏈 Eagles at Cowboys

• The total has gone OVER in 6 of Philadelphia's last 7 games when playing Dallas

🏈 Lions at Texans

• The total has gone UNDER in 7 of Houston's last 8 games 

Public Money 🤑 via VSiN at 9AMCT

🏀 NBA

38% of bets and 61% of money is on POR +145

🎓🏈 NCAAB

53% of bets and 81% of money is on OVER 62 APP at CC

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25% of bets and 67% of money is on NM +2.5

11.9.24

51% of bets and 72% of money is on UNDER 64 MIA at GT

15% of bets and 39% of money is on KU +3

10% of bets and 41% of money is on UNT +4

10% of bets and 38% of money is on UMD +24.5

66% of bets and 85% of money is on OVER 55.5 BAMA at LSU

50% of bets and 70% of money is on OVER 57 UVA at PITT

15% of bets and 41% of money is on NEV +24

29% of bets and 55% of money is on OVER USU at WSU

🏈 NFL

47% of bets and 65% of money is on NYG -6.5

28% of bets and 73% of money is on UNDER 44 MIN at JAX

62% of bets and 85% of money is on OVER 45 PIT at WSH

55% of bets and 88% of money is on SF -6

56% of bets and 77% of money is on CHI -6

26% of bets and 47% of money is on TEN +7

20% of bets and 63% of money is on UNDER 43.5 PHI at DAL

50% of bets and 77% of money is on NYJ -125

26% of bets and 57% of money is on UNDER 48.5 DET at HOU

Future Odds 🔮 via Bovada Sportsbook

Weekend Picks 🔒

LSU +3 | In what looks like a College Football Playoff elimination game, I’m picking the home team, LSU, to cover the spread. Alabama has struggled on the road this season, with recent losses to Vanderbilt and Tennessee, while LSU boasts one of the top passing attacks and a strong home-field advantage. The Tigers’ efficient offensive line and high-powered passing game, led by Nussmeier, should capitalize on Alabama’s weaker pass defense.

Duke +3 | Duke, 8-5 against the spread in its last 13 games, faces NC State with a strong defensive edge. The Blue Devils stifled Miami’s run game and pressured QB Cam Ward, setting up well against a Wolfpack offense plagued by poor blocking and turnovers. NC State's freshman QB Bailey will likely struggle against Duke’s defense, which ranks near the top nationally in tackles for loss, sacks, and turnovers created

Indiana -14 | Michigan's offense struggles in the air and will face a tough test trying to run against Indiana’s top-ranked run defense. Meanwhile, Michigan has been allowing conference opponents to score over 20 points, while Indiana leads the Big Ten in both yards and points. With a strong track record against shared opponents, Indiana looks poised to dominate and cover the spread.