Todd and Steve open with their instant reactions to the latest College Football Playoff rankings. They discuss why Alabama ranks higher than Miami and South Carolina, where the pivot points in the rankings are, and what makes the ACC Championship the most important conference title game. To wrap the show, the guys look at the projected playoff bracket and break down some of their favorite matchups.

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Host: Todd McShay

Guest: Steve Muench

Producers: Tucker Tashjian, Mark Panik, Conor Nevins, and Daniel Comer

Social: Eduardo Ocampo

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