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There’s actually a reason why Ohio State may be relieved it’s not No. 1 in CFB Playoff rankings
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The final College Football Playoff rankings have been revealed. Ohio State was No. 1 in the country according to the playoff committee for a few weeks, but got jumped at the last minute by LSU.
Was it right? Should the Buckeyes be No. 1 as opposed to No. 2? Regardless, Ohio State now has to play No. 3 Clemson on Saturday, Dec. 28 in Arizona for the Fiesta Bowl and semifinal of the playoff.
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Should Ohio State care too much about being snubbed from the No. 1 spot?
The answer is no. Not only does it still have to beat two really good teams to be crowned national champions regardless, but in the CFP’s history, no No. 1 seed has won the title.
Take a look at the champions:
- 2014: No. 4 Ohio State
- 2015: No. 2 Alabama
- 2016: No. 2 Clemson
- 2017: No. 4 Alabama
- 2018: No. 2 Clemson
So, again, does it really matter in the end what number is next to your name?
History has proven what the answer to that question is.
Kevin covers Big Ten football for Saturday Tradition.