Georgia, Michigan, T.C.U., Ohio State Are Playoff Semifinalists

Georgia, Michigan, T.C.U., Ohio State Are Playoff Semifinalists

Alabama, despite lobbying by its coach, Nick Saban, was left out for the second time under the four-team playoff format. Instead, Georgia will play Ohio State and Michigan will play Texas Christian in the semifinals.
U.S.C., Backed by Its Big Name, Makes Case for National Title Run

U.S.C., Backed by Its Big Name, Makes Case for National Title Run

Southern California earned a trip to the Pac-12 Conference championship game with a rivalry win over U.C.L.A., giving it a chance to state its case for the College Football Playoff.