
IT'S MORE THEN JUST A TROPHY!!
For 10 teams coming away with a Conference Championship trophy means your the best of the best in your conference and a reward for a great season, but this year for 12 of the 20 teams playing this week, there is more on the line. For these 12, they are playing for a shot at a seat at playoff table and a chance at adding a National Championship next to their Conference title in the schools trophy case.
BIG 12 #1 (12-0) TEXAS TECH VS #2 (12-0) KANSAS STATE
TTU has won 5 straight Big 12 titles with the last 4 also leading to a Natty. For K-State it would be a chance at their first since 2024 and a win here would propel them to the #1 ranking and the #1 seed. This showdown doesn't get any bigger.
PAC-12 #3 (11-1) OREGON VS #14 (9-3) UCLA)
For the Bruins a win here also means a shot at the Natty, as a 4th loss would crush their resume despite it being against the Ducks. For Oregon the win means they have finally taken back the Pac-12 after losing to Boise State for so long. A Ducks win also means a Top-4 seed and a 1st Round Bye as they look for the chance at their first Natty in this Dynasty.
BIG TEN #4 (11-1) PENN STATE VS #6 (10-2) MICHIGAN
The Nittany Lions went a perfect 8-0 in Big Ten play this year with their only loss coming to #1 TTU back in Week 3. They would like nothing more then to continue their 9 game win streak with a victory over the Wolverines. Both teams are in the playoffs not matter what, but the winner of this game will get a 1st Round Bye..
SEC #12 (10-2) GEORGIA TECH VS #13 (9-3) ARKANSAS
It's been a disappointing finish for the Yellow Jackets after a 10-0 start as the fell instate rival Georgia in Week 13, but here they are trying to win their 1st SEC title and a shot into the playoffs.
Arkansas won big in Week 13 beating LSU to claim the division and have a shot at another SEC title and a playoff bid. Can they make it 3 in a row for G.T.?
CUSA #7 (11-1) TENNESSEE VS #22 (10-2) LOUISVILLE
Projections don't show the Cardinals making the playoffs even if they win, but it would still be a great way to close out the year. For the Vol's it's all about winning and potentially securing that #4 seed.
ACC #8 (10-2) APPALACHIAN STATE VS #24 (10-2) VIRGINIA
Like the Cardinals, the Cav's are just wanting to finish strong with their 1st ACC title, with little doubt they could climb high enough to secure a At-large bid.
However for the Mountaineers they are in the same boat as the Vol's. A win not only would get them their 1st ACC title but would also secure them a #4 seed most likely and a 1st Round Bye.
AMERICAN #23 (10-2) N. ILLINOIS VS (10-2) N. TEXAS
Neither team is ranked high enough to make the climb to #12, so this game is all about just taking the title and securing a better Bowl game.
MOUNTAIN WEST #17 (11-1) FRESNO STATE VS (7-5) UTAH STATE
A disappointing Week 12 loss to San Jose State ended the Bulldogs perfect season, and could potentially have knocked them out of a playoff spot.. They will need to win big and hope the domino's fall into place for a shot to jump to #12.
SUN BELT #19 (10-2) FAU VS (8-4) GEORGIA SOUTHERN
Like Fresno, I am not sure the Owls have any shot at climbing to #12 but a win and a finish in the Top-25 could propel them back into discussion with replacing South Florida in the SEC next season.
MAC (7-5) BOWLING GREEN VS (8-4) ARMY
The Falcons have won 2 out of the last 4 Championships and have made the playoffs in 2032 securing the #4 seed, but this year they are just looking to make it 3 out of 5. For Army 3 years ago they were playing as a Independent so a Conference Title would be a huge milestone for the program.
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