Playoff Predictions and Dark Horses | Notre Dame Fighting Irish Football News

College Football Playoff hype is heating up as Notre Dame, Ohio State, Tennessee, and Texas lead the pack under a new playoff format. Dark horses like UNLV and Clemson are gaining traction, while Texas Tech dominates the Big 12 with strategic moves. The SEC’s LSU and Ole Miss could surprise, and Tennessee’s championship odds soar thanks to roster strength and schedule luck. Bracket projections show Notre Dame, Georgia, Texas Tech, and Texas earning byes—with Texas Tech ultimately crowned champion in a thrilling finale. Listen in comfort:Get a discount on a Soli Pillow: http://solipillow.com/discount/dnn. Advertise on DNN:[email protected] This is an automated, high-level news summary based on public reporting.Report issues to [email protected]. View sources & latest updates:https://sources.thednn.ai/930ff8bc610bfc5d