Crain & Cone College Football Playoff BUBBLE TEAMS BREAKDOWN | Alabama, Miami, Texas, Vanderbilt, BYU
Dec 2, 2025
College football playoff discussions heat up as bubble teams come under the spotlight. The hosts analyze Vanderbilt's impressive SEC performance and debate its potential playoff placement. Arguments fly over Miami's head-to-head versus Notre Dame, while Texas' strength of schedule raises eyebrows. The implications of Ole Miss' coaching situation invite speculation about committee biases. Anticipation builds as BYU and Alabama prepare for championship showdowns, with playoff implications hanging in the balance. A thrilling preview keeps listeners on the edge of their seats.
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Bubble Teams Demand Nuanced Evaluation
- Bubble teams differ from guaranteed entrants and require nuanced judgment by the committee.
- Jake Crain warns that several 10-2 or 11-1 teams sit in true bubble territory this week.
Vanderbilt's Resume Carries Outsized Value
- Vanderbilt's 10-2 SEC season carries heavy weight due to quality losses and ranked wins.
- Jake argues a 10-2 SEC resume plus Diego Pavia's national draw should strongly favor inclusion.
Ranked Wins Depend On Timing
- 'Ranked win' depends on which ranking and when you measure it during the season.
- Blain Crain and Jake emphasize end-of-year context matters when counting ranked victories.