Quote:Let's see . . . If MSU loses and OSU wins next week, the Buckeyes finish with a better record (one loss vs. two losses). That means Ohio State is not out of it yet. For the Spartans, it is win and they're in. Is that correct?

 

As expected Iowa clinched the West title just by winning today.

 

I think I mispoke above... Michigan doesnt control their destiny.  And yes you are right Mich St takes the division if they beat Penn St next week.  If they lose, then the Mich-Ohio St winner takes it.  

 

I know you're only really concerned with Ohio St, but I'm not sure they are a lock for the playoffs even if they miraculously make it to the Big10 title game and win it.  The committee obviously didnt think too highly of them as they were ranked #3 even though they were undefeated.  The committee clearly likes Clemson more and Alabama more.  I feel pretty confident that both of those teams will make the playoff.  I could see the Big12 title winner going in over them.  And if Notre Dame can beat Stanford (especially if Stanford wins the Pac12), then I think it may be tough for Ohio St to jump them.  

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