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Ranking the 9 CFB Conference Championship Games by Upset Potential

Grant White

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1. Big Ten - Penn State Nittany Lions vs Oregon Ducks (-3.5)
A perfect season hasn't been without its adversity. The Oregon Ducks have narrowly escaped defeat on a few occasions, but they might not be so lucky against a Penn State Nittany Lions team set to upset the College Football Playoff balance.

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9. CUSA - Western Kentucky Hilltoppers vs Jacksonville State Gamecocks (-4.5)
For the second time in as many weeks, the Jacksonville State Gamecocks and Western Kentucky Hilltoppers will take to the field, this time to determine the winner of the CUSA. Western Kentucky barely pulled off the upset at home last week, leaving them little hope of replicating that success.

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8. Sun Belt - Marshall Thundering Herd vs Louisiana Ragin' Cajuns (-5.5)
The Louisiana Ragin' Cajuns are a premier Group of Five power. The Marshall Thundering Herd are at a sincere disadvantage, playing their third straight game on the road.
7. MAC - Ohio Bobcats vs Miami (OH) RedHawks (-1.5)
The Miami (OH) RedHawks put their seven-game win streak on the line against the Ohio Bobcats in the MAC Championship Game at Ford Field. The RedHawks are operating at peak efficiency on both sides of the ball, and the difference between these teams is more significant than the betting line implies.
6. MWC - UNLV Rebels vs Boise State Broncos (-3.5)
The MWC Championship Game is a classic revenge spot for the UNLV Rebels. They were bested in last year's championship tilt and lost to the Boise State Broncos earlier in the year. Still, they lack the defensive prowess to limit the Broncos' attack.
5. ACC - Clemson Tigers vs SMU Mustangs (-5.5)
The SMU Mustangs have quietly taken care of business this season, albeit against an inferior schedule. Nevertheless, they have a decided advantage against a Clemson Tigers team that continues to get in their own way.
4. SEC - Georgia Bulldogs vs Texas Longhorns (-2.5)
Can the Georgia Bulldogs upset the Texas Longhorns for the second time this season? If they hope to crack the top four in the College Football Playoff rankings, they'll need to.
3. AAC - Tulane Green Wave (-5.5) vs Army Black Knights
The Tulane Green Wave has proven to be a formidable offensive foe, but the Army Black Knights will be up to the task. Don't be surprised if Army puts a stamp on a surprising season.
2. Big 12 - Iowa State Cyclones vs Arizona State Sun Devils (-1.5)
The betting line continues to favor the Iowa State Cyclones in this one. Many are banking on them stunning the Arizona State Sun Devils in the Big 12 Championship Game.
1. Big Ten - Penn State Nittany Lions vs Oregon Ducks (-3.5)
A perfect season hasn't been without its adversity. The Oregon Ducks have narrowly escaped defeat on a few occasions, but they might not be so lucky against a Penn State Nittany Lions team set to upset the College Football Playoff balance.

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9. CUSA - Western Kentucky Hilltoppers vs Jacksonville State Gamecocks (-4.5)
For the second time in as many weeks, the Jacksonville State Gamecocks and Western Kentucky Hilltoppers will take to the field, this time to determine the winner of the CUSA. Western Kentucky barely pulled off the upset at home last week, leaving them little hope of replicating that success.

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Ranking the 9 CFB Conference Championship Games by Upset Potential

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