Playoff picture solidifies top two Alabama and Clemson
Alabama remains No. 1 and will face Washington in the Peach Bowl as Clemson and Ohio State join the CFP semifinals while Penn State misses the four. Washington earned the final spot over Penn State despite one loss to USC and a weaker schedule.
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College Football Playoff Semifinals Announced
The Peach Bowl features Washington and Alabama in the national semifinal at 2 p.m. with the Fiesta Bowl pitting Ohio State against Clemson at 6 p.m. The championship is set for Monday January 9, 2017 at 7 p.m.
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Outback Bowl Preview Sets Low-Scoring Grind Expectation
Iowa and Florida prepare for a defensive battle in the Outback Bowl as both teams rank near the bottom in offense. Coach Kirk Ferentz notes uncertainty and potential for a grind it out game, with LeShun Daniels and Akram Wadley likely to carry the Hawkeyes.
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Florida Gators beam with strong defense and Appleby in charge
The Florida Gators stand 8-4 and No. 17 with Austin Appleby as the starting quarterback after Luke Del Rio's injury. Appleby has 1,225 passing yards, 8 TDs, 5 INTs on 113 of 184, while Jordan Scarlett grinds for 795 rushing yards. Antonio Callaway leads receivers with 666 yards, DeAndre Goolsby adds 315, and Brandon Powell 372. The defense ranks sixth nationally, and special teams shine with Townsends 48.1 yard punting and Eddy Pineiros 18 of 22 field goals including three from 50plus.
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Hawkeyes land in Outback vs Gators after Nebraska rout
Iowa earns a spot in the Outback Bowl facing Florida, while Nebraska’s 40-10 setback to Iowa helps push the Hawkeyes into the selection. Florida, 8-4, is the SEC East champion and ranked 17 CFP, 18 coaches.
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Hawkeyes favored in Outback Bowl despite rough finish
Iowa faces Florida in a bowl trip with Florida's offense struggling and Iowa's defense solid. Florida ranks low on offense while Iowa allows under 205 yards in recent games. The piece notes Florida's injuries and coaching, the Outback Bowl experience, and guidance on approaching the game with focus on the Hawkeyes' goal of a bowl win.
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