**College Football Recap: Week 4 Highlights and Playoff Projections**
The college football season is heating up, and Week 4 did not disappoint. From nail-biting finishes to stunning upsets, this week’s games had it all. Missouri edged out Vanderbilt in double overtime, while Michigan mounted an impressive comeback against USC. Meanwhile, Colorado pulled off a thrilling victory over Baylor, and Utah secured a crucial road win at Oklahoma State.
In the midst of all the drama, top teams like Tennessee, Ole Miss, Texas, Ohio State, Miami, and Clemson delivered decisive wins. But how did these results impact the playoff picture?
**New Playoff Format**
In the expanded 12-team playoff, the five highest-ranked conference champions will earn a spot, along with the next seven highest-ranked teams. The top four conference champions will receive first-round byes, while the remaining eight teams will face off at the campus sites of Seeds 5 through 8. The quarterfinals and semifinals will take place in the traditional New Year’s Six bowls, culminating in the national championship game on January 20 at Mercedes-Benz Stadium in Atlanta.
**Bowl Season Projections**
Beyond the playoff, a packed slate of 36 bowl games awaits, kicking off with the Cricket Celebration Bowl on December 14 and wrapping up with the Bahamas Bowl on January 4. Our experts are breaking down every potential postseason matchup, including their predictions for the College Football Playoff.
**Expert Projections**
* First-round games (December 20-21):
+ No. 12 James Madison at No. 5 Georgia (Bonagura)
+ No. 12 UNLV at No. 5 Georgia (Schlabach)
Stay tuned for more expert analysis and projections throughout the season, leading up to Selection Day on December 8.
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