College Football Playoff Rankings 2022: Projected Top 25 for Week 13

Nov 19, 2022; Waco, Texas, USA; TCU Horned Frogs place kicker Griffin Kell (39) and his teammates celebrate the victory over the Baylor Bears after Kell kicks the game winning field goal against the Bears as time expires at McLane Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Jerome Miron-USA TODAY Sports /

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Nov 19, 2022; Clemson, South Carolina, USA; Clemson Tigers defensive end K.J. Henry (5) celebrates with defensive tackle Ruke Orhorhoro (33) after sacking Miami Hurricanes quarterback Jacurri Brown (not pictured) during the third quarter at Memorial Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Ken Ruinard-USA TODAY Sports /

Yes, Clemson should jump Alabama and I truly think the committee will give the Tigers the nod after a Week 12 shellacking of Miami at home.

The Tigers raced out to a 24-0 lead at halftime and then held on to beat the Hurricanes by 30. This win over Miami is more impressive than Alabama’s 34-0 win over Austin Peay. I don’t even think that’s up for debate.

Plus, a one-loss Clemson team should get the nod over a two-loss Alabama team, no matter the conference ties of each. I think Clemson should have a legitimate shot at the playoff if it goes 11-1 in the regular season and wins the ACC title game. But North Carolina’s loss to Georgia Tech takes a little luster off the ACC Championship matchup but a win over South Carolina would improve the resume.

Dabo Swinney’s team may sneak into the playoff after all.

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