College Football Playoff picture, Texas edition: The Lone Star State could have how many teams?!
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The College Football Playoff picture is shaping up with several Texas teams in contention. Texas A&M, despite a recent loss to Texas, is virtually assured a playoff spot with an 11-1 record. Texas Tech also sits at 11-1 after a decisive win over West Virginia and will play in the Big 12 Championship Game, likely securing an at-large playoff bid even with a potential loss to BYU.
SMU has turned its season around and is on the brink of an ACC Championship Game appearance, needing a win over California to secure their spot. Winning the ACC Championship would guarantee SMU a playoff berth. North Texas, also at 11-1, will face Tulane in the American Championship Game. A victory could propel them into the playoff, particularly if they outshine James Madison in the committee's eyes.
The Texas Longhorns require significant assistance from other teams losing to gain a playoff spot. Steve Sarkisian points to key losses against Ohio State and Florida as pivotal
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