College Football Playoff Week 10 rankings LIVE REACTION: Who's IN the 12-team CFP field?
Summary
Andy and Ari react live to the first College Football Playoff rankings of the season, noting that the committee avoided last year's major error by correctly ranking BYU above Notre Dame. However, they criticize the committee for placing Tennessee eight spots below Alabama despite a head-to-head win and similar records, a gap they also see between USC and Ohio State. The hosts discuss new playoff rules and highlight upcoming high-stakes games, arguing that the current inconsistencies will likely resolve themselves as teams play consequential matchups this weekend.
Topics discussed
Sponsorships and show introduction
Recap of last year's ranking controversy
Explanation of new 12-team playoff rules
Reactions to rankings 24 through 15
Analysis of Texas, Ohio State, and USC placement
Notre Dame ranked below BYU and Miami
Sponsor break: Las Vegas and Progressive
USC vs Ohio State ranking debate
Top 5 rankings: Ole Miss, Kentucky, Alabama
Indiana ranked number four
Utah and Miami confirmed as top seeds
Criticism of Alabama vs Tennessee gap
Projected playoff matchups based on current ranks
Why Tennessee should be ranked higher than Alabama
Discussion on Indiana vs UCLA and schedule strength
Committee bias and future ranking adjustments
Final thoughts on SEC and Big Ten implications
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