Our expert’s College Football Playoff projections after Week 10

Ohio State and Indiana solidified their positions as top contenders in college football after decisive victories over Penn State and Maryland, respectively. Alabama and Texas A&M remained idle but are projected to finish the regular season strong, with Alabama expected to defeat Texas A&M and Ohio State anticipated to overcome Indiana in the SEC and Big Ten title games.

The ACC experienced setbacks, with losses from Georgia Tech and Miami, leading to expectations that only the conference champion will make it to the College Football Playoff. The Big 12 could benefit from this scenario, with Texas Tech and BYU in contention for a playoff spot, depending on the outcome of their upcoming head-to-head match and the conference championship.

Notre Dame is positioned to enter the playoff if they maintain a 10-2 record, capitalizing on the ACC's struggles. Georgia remains a strong contender, predicted to finish 11-1 with crucial wins against Texas and Georgia Tech.

In the American Athletic Conference, Memphis is favored to win, but North Texas and