Strictly my thoughts based on what i've been able to watch through the first 9 weeks.
Top 8 - At this point, I dont feel the need to know anymore teams after these 7.
1. Alabama - Alabama is always great in every category, but now they got Tua, and he's special folks! he stays healthy, Game over
2. Clemson - Been a BIG fan of Trevor Lawrence since watching him on tape in HS. Massive arm, and very cool for a Freshman. Another Special one. Called him taking Kelly Bryant spot as he was accepting his diploma. I actually thought it would be from Day 1, but Dabo stroked Bryant for as long as he could. Trevor is just better. I think Clemson is the only team that could have a shot at beating Bama. they've done it before and that helps some.
3. ND - Obviously the QB change has made a difference, and ND has a nice squad, but i just feel that after Bama and Clemson, im not in love with anyone. I feel like ND should win out, but i sure wouldnt bet a lot of moeny on it. vulnerable
4. Oklahoma - I know theyre D has a lot to be desired, but i do like the weapons they have, and i think talent wise, they are deseving to be here. I dont care if they lost to Texas. its one loss. still has a lot of talent on that offensive side of the ball.
5. LSU - Dont ask me why, but its just hard for me to Buy in to LSU, and i dont know why. once again, LSU never ever has a QB worth a shit, but this kid is playing well, but i just keep waiting for him to implode. I have them there bc its right thing to do for now
6. Georgia - i still feel this team would be better with Fields. I hate to be that guy that sits the dude who took ya to the National title game, but Fields give ya more of a threat, and its hard to be a pocket passer today with the speed of the Defense. you gotta be able to extend plays, and Fields gives ya that. Its gonna happen before long, so do it now.
7. Michigan - Just beacuse i feel a big 10 team should be on the board. well, not really. the conference sucks, and i'm not close to being sold on Michigan or anyone in the Big 10 for that matter.
At the end of the day, Bama, Clemson, ND, and Oklahoma are my top 4 to play in the playoff.
The guy nobody talks about ---- D'Eriq King - The Houston QB is putting up crazy numbers this year. Fun player to watch
Team i'm watching closely to see how they finish --- Washington State - This team is sneaky good and beating Oregon and Stanford back to back has me wanting to see what they do. finish with Cal, Col, Az, Wash..