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Week 6 College Football Playoff impact games: Georgia, Alabama meet with potential No. 1 ranking on the line

The College Football Playoff race enters its most consequential week yet as undefeated powerhouses clash in high-stakes matchups. The SEC’s top two teams, Georgia and Alabama, will face off in Tuscaloosa, with both squads boasting flawless records and a chance to claim the No.

1 ranking. The Bulldogs, led by a dominant defense and offense, have yet to falter, while Alabama’s offense—ranked first in scoring against Power Five opponents—has already demonstrated its firepower with a 56-23 rout of Mississippi State.

Meanwhile, Nebraska’s undefeated season hangs in the balance as they host reigning national champions Indiana, who exposed minor vulnerabilities in a 29-23 win over Northwestern. A Cornhusker victory would solidify their Big Ten playoff aspirations, while the Hoosiers must prove their consistency to stay atop the rankings.

Beyond the SEC, the Pac-12 could see a seismic shift if Fresno State disrupts its traditional frontrunner, adding another layer of unpredictability to an already packed week.

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