Conference Championship weekend is here! A Saturday filled with drama, probably some controversy, and the decisive games for the College Football Playoff Semifinals awaits. Will Cincinnati become the first ever non-power five school to get an invite to the Playoff? Can Oklahoma State and Michigan capitalize off their huge wins last weekend and get their first bids to the CFP? Can Notre Dame sneak in after losing Brian Kelly to LSU? Remember folks, no team outside the top six in the CFP ranking on Championship Saturday has ever reached the CFP. All will be answered this weekend.
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Pac 12 Championship: #10 Oregon vs #17 Utah
When and Where: Friday at 8pm ET, Allegiant Stadium - Las Vegas, NV
How to stream: ESPN3 - Sling Orange, Sling Orange + Blue
What to know: A rematch with a spot in the Rose Bowl on the line. Utah absolutely took Oregon apart in their matchup two weeks ago in Rice-Eccles Stadium. Can the Utes finally win the conference they’ve had so much success in? This is the first Pac-12 title game in Allegiant Stadium and should be a tasty appetizer for the weekend to come.
Odds via DraftKings: Utah -2.5 / OU 57.5
Big 12 Championship: #9 Baylor vs #5 Oklahoma State
When and Where: Saturday, 12pm ET - AT&T Stadium - Arlington, TX
How to stream: ESPN3 - Sling Orange, Sling Orange + Blue
What to know: Oklahoma State has slowly climbed their way up their rankings and, some believe, will jump Cincinnati with a win. Former LSU defensive coordinator and now Baylor Head Coach Dave Aranda has turned the program around quickly. The Bears have been underdogs four time this season and have won three of those games outright. Their only loss? A 24-17 defeat to the Cowboys in Stillwater. This one is going to be close.
Odds via DraftKings: Okie St -5.5 / OU 74.5
MAC Championship: Kent State vs Northern Illinois
When and Where: Saturday, 12pm ET - Ford Field - Detroit, MI
How to stream: ESPN - Sling Orange, Sling Orange + Blue
What to know: Most fans will be tuned into the Big 12 Title game during this slot, but the lovers of midweek MACtion know this game will have plenty of fireworks (the last time these two met it was a 52-47 barn-burner). The Huskies are in their eighth Conference Title game since 2010 and they’ve won half of those contests. Kent State’s last appearance was a tragic 37-44 overtime loss to… you guessed it: Northern Illinois.
Odds via DraftKings: Kent St -3.5 / OU 74.5
Mountain West Championship: Utah State vs #19 San Diego State
When and Where: Saturday, 3pm ET - Dignity Health Sports Park - Carson, CA
How to stream: FOX - Select Sling Blue Markets, Locals solutions*
What to know: Brady Hoke and San Diego State have had an impressive 11-1 campaign behind their strong 3-3-5 defense. But the Aggies offense has been stellar in year one under Blake Anderson. The battle will be in the trenches. If Utah State can disrupt the Aztecs script, they may be able to hold on for an upset, something Boise State couldn’t do last week.
Odds via DraftKings: SDSU -6 / OU 50
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Sun Belt Championship: Appalachian State vs #24 Louisiana
When and Where: Saturday 3:30pm ET - Cajun Field - Lafayette, LA
How to stream: ESPN - Sling Orange, Sling Orange + Blue
What to know: The Ragin’ Cajuns have had the Mountaineers' number as of late, winning their last two meetings, including a 41-13 beat down. Despite that and playing at home, Louisiana are underdogs in this Sun Belt title bout. Billy Napier will coach this game and close out his impressive career (39-12) at Louisiana before taking over at the University of Florida.
Odds via DraftKings: App St. -2.5 / OU 53
SEC Championship: #1 Georgia vs #3 Alabama
When and Where: Saturday, 4pm ET - Mercedes Benz Stadium - Atlanta, GA
How to stream: CBS* or Paramount+
What to know: It’s pretty simple here folks. If Georgia wins, Alabama will not make the College Football Playoff. For those keeping tabs at home, the Crimson Tide have missed out on the Playoff only once (in 2019) since its creation in 2014. Nick Saban has been an underdog just five times since 2008, and the Tide have won four of those matchups. The UGA defense is easily the best in the country, but haven’t faced a receiving corps like Alabama’s.
Odds via DraftKings: UGA -6.5 / OU 49.5
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AAC Championship: #21 Houston vs #4 Cincinnati
When and Where: Saturday, 4pm ET - Nippert Stadium - Cincinnati, OH
How to stream: ESPN3 - Sling Orange, Sling Orange + Blue
What to know: Nippert Stadium is the site for the biggest game in program history for the Bearcats. In their way is Dana Holgerson and the 11-1 Houston Cougars hoping to play spoiler. Baring Alabama and Oklahoma State victories, Cincinnati knows a win should get them into the playoff. If they lose, the dream is over, simple as that.
Odds via DraftKings: Cinci -10.5 / OU 53
Big Ten Championship: #2 Michigan vs #13 Iowa
When and Where: Saturday, 8pm ET - Lucas Oil Stadium - Indianapolis, IN
How to stream: FOX - Select Sling Blue Markets, Locals solutions*
What to know: Coming off the biggest win in the Jim Harbaugh era, Michigan controls their destiny to make their first College Football Playoff. Harbaugh has only squared off against Iowa twice in his Michigan career splitting the games (10-3 victory, 14-13 loss). As long as Michigan aren’t still celebrating their win vs Ohio State, the Wolverines should be able to handle what Iowa throws at them.
Odds via DraftKings: Mich -10.5 / OU 43.5
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ACC Championship: #15 Pittsburgh vs #15 Wake Forest
When and Where: Saturday, 8pm ET - Bank of America Stadium - Charlotte, NC
How to stream: ESPN3 - Sling Orange, Sling Orange + Blue
What to know: It’s weird not seeing the name ‘Clemson’ in the ACC title game and it’s also a game with no College Football Playoff implications. But if the predicted low scoring affair of the Big Ten title game doesn’t tickle your fancy, then this high flying matchup will be the one to watch. It will come down to who can get more stops. Pitt’s Kenny Pickett and possible Biletnikoff winner Jordan Addison will be a lot to handle for a vulnerable Wake defense. ACC Coach of the Year Dave Clawson’s crew provide their own unique challenges as masters of the RPO (run-pass option) offense. Saddle up for this one.
Odds via DraftKings: Pitt -3 / OU 71
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