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With the first CFP rankings coming Tuesday, we break down every candidate's chances of landing a bid.
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Playoff tiers: How 29 contenders to make the field of 12 stack up
With the first CFP rankings coming Tuesday, we break down every candidate's chances of landing a bid.
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