Joel Klatt: Ranking Notre Dame Over Alabama and Miami Could Be 'Problematic'

Oregon State football is focusing on Alabama's co-offensive coordinator JaMarcus Shephard as a leading candidate for its head coach position, following the withdrawal of Tim Polasek and Brent Vigen's reaffirmation of commitment to Montana State. This shift indicates a strategic pivot in the Beavers' coaching search as they seek to enhance their program's competitiveness.

The No. 9 Notre Dame Fighting Irish are set to face Stanford in a must-win regular season finale, aiming to secure a spot in the College Football Playoff for the second consecutive year. With no further opportunities to impress the selection committee, the stakes are high for the team as they navigate playoff discussions amidst their final game.

The New Orleans Saints are set to return to Miami for the first time since their victory in Super Bowl XLIV, marking a significant moment for the team and its fans. This matchup is anticipated as the Saints look to build momentum in the current NFL season.

Joel Klatt previewed the upcoming college football game between the Ohio State Buckeyes and Michigan Wolverines, analyzing the factors that could lead to Michigan's potential fifth consecutive victory over Ohio State. He emphasized the importance of the health of Ohio State's wide receivers, Carnell Tate and Jeremiah Smith, in determining the game's outcome.

Miami is currently ranked No. 11 in the latest College Football Playoff (CFP) bracket, indicating their position as they aim for a spot in the national championship. The updated rankings reflect the competitive landscape of college football as teams vie for playoff inclusion.

The College Football Playoff rankings have seen Miami jump ahead of Utah, moving closer to Notre Dame as the regular season nears its end. Miami is currently positioned at No. 11 in the latest CFP bracket, reflecting their competitive aspirations for a national championship berth. Rivalry week is set to intensify the stakes for all teams involved.

Alabama basketball head coach Nate Oats has publicly challenged star player Labaron Philon Jr. following the team's recent loss to Gonzaga, where Philon Jr. struggled in the final moments of the game. This loss marked a setback for the Crimson Tide, who had previously shown promise with a victory over St. John's.

The College Football Playoff (CFP) committee will announce the 12 teams competing for the National Championship on December 7th, with the current scenario suggesting that the Atlantic Coast Conference (ACC) could be entirely excluded from the playoffs. Miami is currently the highest-ranked ACC team at No. 11, but the competition is fierce as teams vie for automatic and at-large bids.