College Football Playoff committee chair gives confusing explanation for why Alabama jumped Notre Dame in latest rankings

The University of South Florida (USF) football program is set to hire Brian Hartline, the offensive coordinator and wide receivers coach from Ohio State, as its new head coach. This decision follows the departure of Alex Golesh, who was appointed as the head coach at Auburn University on November 30. Hartline, a former Ohio State player, is recognized for his successful tenure with the Buckeyes, particularly as a play-caller.

JaMarcus Shephard has been officially introduced as the 33rd head coach of Oregon State football, following his tenure as an offensive assistant at Alabama. His appointment comes after the dismissal of former coach Trent Bray amid a challenging season, and Shephard has signed a five-year contract with the program.

Cole Certa's timely performance, highlighted by two crucial three-pointers in the final minutes, led Notre Dame to a narrow 76-71 victory over Missouri in the ACC/SEC challenge. The assists from teammate Markus Burton were pivotal in securing the win for Notre Dame.

Shannon Sharpe has raised concerns regarding the decline in performance of Alabama sophomore receiver Ryan Williams, suggesting that he has lost his confidence. This observation comes amidst a season where Williams has struggled to replicate his earlier success, raising questions about his future contributions to the Crimson Tide.

Notre Dame's position in the College Football Playoff (CFP) rankings has become precarious following a drop that raises concerns about their playoff eligibility. The committee's decision is now poised to create a dramatic showdown between Notre Dame and Miami, who previously faced each other with Miami emerging victorious.

Tavita Pritchard has been appointed as the new head coach of Stanford football, a significant milestone following his tenure as quarterbacks coach for the Washington Commanders. This transition marks a full-circle moment for Pritchard, who previously played for Stanford and is stepping in after the dismissal of Troy Taylor and the interim leadership of Frank Reich.

Georgia has ascended to the No. 3 spot in the latest College Football Playoff Rankings following an 11-1 season capped by a narrow 16-9 victory over Georgia Tech. This marks the eighth consecutive season Georgia has defeated their in-state rival, solidifying their position in the SEC Championship Game against Alabama.

Tavita Pritchard, a former quarterback who led Stanford to a historic upset against Southern California, has been appointed as the new head coach of Stanford football. His return to the program comes after a seven-year stretch without a winning record, aiming to restore the team's competitive stature in college football.