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College Football Playoff Race Tightens After Dramatic Rivalry Week

Major upsets and pivotal wins shape conference championship matchups and playoff implications.

Oregon guard TJ Bamba pressed toward the basket as the Oregon State Beavers hosted the Oregon Ducks on Nov. 21 at Gill Coliseum in Corvallis.
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Florida's Jack Pyburn (44) strips the ball from Florida State quarterback Luke Kromenhoek, right, during the first half of an NCAA college football game Saturday, Nov. 30, 2024, in Tallahassee, Fla. Florida recovered the ball. (AP Photo/Colin Hackley)

Overview

  • Oregon remains the only undefeated FBS team after a dominant win over Washington, securing its place in the Big Ten title game against Penn State.
  • Texas and Georgia will meet in the SEC championship after Georgia's eight-overtime victory over Georgia Tech and Texas' strong defensive showing against Texas A&M.
  • Arizona State and Iowa State emerge from a four-way tie to compete for the Big 12 championship, with Arizona State's turnaround being one of the season's biggest surprises.
  • Miami's playoff hopes are uncertain after a loss to Syracuse, leaving the Hurricanes reliant on other results and the playoff committee's decisions.
  • Boise State and UNLV will face off in the Mountain West championship, with the winner likely securing a spot in the 12-team College Football Playoff.