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**Oregon Ducks Remain No. 1 in College Football Playoff Rankings**
**Eugene, OR** – The Oregon Ducks held onto the top spot in the second College Football Playoff rankings released Tuesday night, according to FOX Sports National College Football Analyst RJ Young. The Ducks, currently undefeated at 10-0 and 7-0 in Big Ten play, are followed by Ohio State at No. 2 and Texas at No. 3. Penn State and Indiana round out the top five.
Young highlighted several key takeaways from the rankings:
* **Colorado’s CFP Contention:** The No. 17-ranked Colorado Buffaloes have a clear path to the CFP and a potential national title. With a win against Utah on Saturday, their path remains open, boosted by their move to the Big 12.
* **Indiana’s Unexpected Success:** Indiana’s undefeated 10-0 start, a first in school history after a combined 9-27 record over the past three years, makes the “strength of schedule” argument less compelling. While they haven’t beaten a ranked opponent, their dominance over other teams showcases their competitive strength. A matchup against Ohio State on November 23rd could solidify their position.
* **Washington State’s CFP Snub:** The analyst questioned the relatively low ranking of Washington State (11-1 with one loss) compared to two-loss teams like Georgia. He argued that a 10-win Power 4 team that didn’t play a full Power 4 schedule shouldn’t automatically be excluded from the 12-team CFP field, particularly when teams like Washington State have demonstrated strong performance. The article also mentions Notre Dame’s strong season as another contender.
The rankings reveal that Oregon, Ohio State, Texas, BYU, and Miami have secured first-round byes in the 12-team playoff, while Ohio State, Penn State, Indiana, and Tennessee will play in the opening round. The article concludes with a discussion on the potential for other teams like Washington State and Notre Dame to make the playoff, emphasizing the competitiveness and unexpected outcomes within the college football landscape.
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