There have been a lot of arguments over whether a 3-loss SEC team would get into the playoff, potentially over IU. But three 3-loss SEC teams? That seems unlikely. One tricky element facing the Hoosiers: A team ranked in the top 12 doesn't necessarily make the playoffs.

But they still are in play for the College Football Playoffs in the first ever 12-team format. They were ranked No. 8 in the latest CFP reveal, moving up after BYU's loss last week. AWARD WORTHY:Travis Hunter solid favorite to Heisman Trophy, Miami ...