With the final week of the regular season upon us, college football is heating up with crucial matchups in various conferences. This week, all eyes are on the Big 12 where an incredible scenario could unfold. As many as eight teams are still vying for the top spot, which could result in a stunning eight-way tie for first place. With 256 possible tiebreaker scenarios in play, the stakes couldn’t be higher. Currently, Arizona State and Iowa State sit in favorable positions for a spot in the conference title game, but the rest of the field is eager to shake things up.
Meanwhile, in the Big Ten, the situation is just as intense. Both Penn State and Indiana are hoping for an upset from Michigan as they face Ohio State for the fourth time. While it may seem unlikely, this season has proven that anything can happen in college football.
Alabama also looks to make a statement after underwhelming performances earlier this season against Oklahoma and Vanderbilt. The team aims to showcase their true strength to the selection committee heading into the playoffs.
This week features several matchups that many are eager to bet on. In the game between Purdue and No. 10 Indiana, Indiana is heavily favored at -28.5. Especially after Ohio State demonstrated their strength against Indiana last week, they could be looking to put up a significant score. The over/under is set at 56.5.
On the other hand, when No. 9 SMU takes on Cal, SMU is favored at -13.5. However, Cal has proven tough to beat, with their five losses coming by a mere 17 points combined.
In another exciting matchup, No. 5 Notre Dame will face USC, with Notre Dame being a slight favorite at -7.5. The rivalry game is expected to bring out the best in both teams, adding to the pressure and excitement.
This week promises to be filled with surprises and nail-biting finishes as playoff hopes are on the line. As we enter the final stretch of the season, all eyes will be on these crucial battles that could shape the future of college football.
