"For teams that aren't playing in their conference championship games, this is it -- the final chance to make a lasting impression on the College Football Playoff selection committee. For some contenders, like Ole Miss, their regular-season résumé is now complete, and what happens in the fifth ranking on Tuesday night should be a strong indicator of their final placement on Selection Day. Others, like Miami, are banking on hope and help -- and most importantly, one more win."
"Georgia should keep its place as the committee's top one-loss team following its win against rival Georgia Tech. It could still move up, though, depending on what happens with No. 3 Texas A&M tonight. Georgia can clinch a spot in the SEC championship game if the Aggies lose or if Alabama loses to Auburn in the Iron Bowl. It helped Georgia that Ole Miss won the Egg Bowl."
Final regular-season games and conference championship outcomes will heavily influence College Football Playoff selections. For some contenders, such as Ole Miss, the regular-season résumé is complete and the upcoming fifth ranking should indicate final placement. Other teams, including Miami, must secure another win and rely on favorable results elsewhere to remain in contention. The Egg Bowl preserved Ole Miss's playoff standing and kept the team technically in the SEC race. Georgia's 16-9 win over Georgia Tech should maintain its status as the committee's top one-loss team, with potential movement tied to Texas A&M and other SEC results. Georgia can clinch the SEC championship with losses by Texas A&M or Alabama.
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