For the second straight week, college football fans were treated to a gem of a Saturday slate. Oregon's thrilling 32–31 win over Ohio State was one of a number of games that shook up the College Football Playoff Race as the season hit its midpoint.
With another big week on tap this coming Saturday—headlined by Georgia's voyage to Texas for an SEC showdown—here's a look at how the bowl picture is shaping up. All notes from last week apply: in line with College Football Playoff guidelines, we have not shied away from rematches; conference tie-ins were played fast and loose (the Big Ten once again ate several Group of Five slots); the AP Poll and College Football Reference's Simple Rating System were used as signposts.
