Georgia’s 8OT win will likely seal CFP’s fate. Texas A&M vs. Texas leads the regular season finals

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georgia bulldogs

7th place Georgia despite trailing 0-17 at halftime. Survived 8 overtimes With a 44-42 win over rival Georgia Tech on Friday night, the Bulldogs (10-2) remain firmly in position to earn a spot in the 12-seat table that is the College Football Playoff. I was able to do that.

The key moment in the Bulldogs’ improbable victory came late in the fourth quarter when Yellow Jackets quarterback Haynes King fumbled inside Georgia Tech’s territory with less than two minutes remaining. The Bulldogs tied the game at 27 points, capping a 21-point fourth quarter. Both teams raced for points in the first, second and fifth periods of overtime, but Georgia Tech was denied in the eighth session, with running back Nate Frazier scoring from 3 yards out to end the game. ended the match.

The eight overtime innings were the second longest game in FBS history since extra time was added in 1996. In 2021, Illinois defeated Penn State in nine overtimes. The Bulldogs had previously gone 1-10 in games led by coach Kirby Smart. By 5pm.

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And no such good morning…

los angeles lakers

As of the beginning of the week, the Lakers had a 9-0 record in in-season tournament play since the event began last year. As of the weekend, the team had lost back-to-back games by a combined 35 points in the NBA Cup. So where does the Lakers have a chance to repeat as tournament champions? Well, it seems that fuzzy mathematics is the only mathematics that can make this formula work.

Each team needs to finish second in their pod to qualify for the one spot that exists in the conference, but with one night of group play left, it looks like a lot of things need to go right. It looks like – if it can be done, it can be done. Here’s why: Even if the 0-3 Jazz can beat the 2-1 Thunder by 43 points, and even if there’s a similar Grand Canyon-like chasm in the finals between the Spurs and Suns, the biggest problem for us is: It looks like the Thunder are 3 wins and 1 loss. The Mavericks (+41) need to lose by 66 points to the 2-1 Grizzlies (-6). (But of course, that would give Memphis 2 wins and 2 points with a +60 margin, so how exactly are the Lakers still alive?)

But putting all that aside, the safer statement here is that we won’t see a bunch of lopsided results on Tuesday. That means the NBA’s second in-season tournament champion will become the new champion.

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🏈 Saturday’s final college football game features a huge showdown with CFP implications

Saturday’s final college football game is upon us, and for many teams, it will be their last chance to prove they belong in next week’s College Football Playoff rankings.

No team has a better chance to make a big statement than No. 20 Texas A&M, which hosts No. 3 Texas. The Aggies are one of only three SEC teams with three losses, along with No. 13 Alabama, No. 14 Ole Miss, No. 15 South Carolina, and No. 21 Missouri, and are in a jam with an upcoming upset. I hope that this will be eased. However, none of them will be able to play against the Longhorns, and if the Aggies win, they will not only get a huge boost to their resume, but will also be in the SEC Championship Game for a shot to guarantee a bid. They will play against 7th place Georgia.

in him SEC choosesBrandon Marcello said:

Marcello: “The Lone Star Showdown couldn’t have asked for a better venue after being off the schedule for 13 years. …Texas has won most of its opponents by double digits, but the playoffs The restart is not strong as they won 15′–a points loss at home to Georgia. Barring a top-25 win with a 10-gallon hat on the line, Texas A&M might be in a must-win situation Saturday night, but they’re in good shape. Although solid at home, the defensive line could be an issue for the Longhorns’ offensive line. The status of quarterback Quinn Ewers’ ankle will be known Saturday night. ”

Don’t sleep on Shane Beamer’s South Carolina either. The Siamcocks have won five straight games, including a win over Texas A&M. Beamer has not yet filed a CFP lawsuit, but he probably will If his team can beat No. 12 Clemson. This game also Big impact for both partiessays Dennis Dodd.

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🏈 NFL Week 13 Picks: Can the 49ers save their season at the Bills? Ravens vs. Eagles clash

The day after the college football regular season ends, we flip the calendar to December and we’re in for a great NFL game Sunday. There’s never been a better time for a team to make a move, and no one needs it more than the 49ers, who are 5-6 on the season and potentially on their way to a championship. Very snowy, windy and cold Buffalo to play against the Bills.

This is what the bill is designed to do. Josh Allen races through the snow like a snowplow (with his right arm outstretched), while James Cook and his supporting cast race through the snow like snowmobiles. I love how this team has played in bad conditions so far. We’re going to find out if the 49ers are built to play in inclement weather and what they’re made of. San Francisco is only one game back in the NFC West, but they can’t afford to let things go any further.

Earlier in the day, the Ravens take on the Eagles in a potential Super Bowl preview (on CBS and Paramount+)…and superstar runners Saquon Barkley and Derrick, each in their first year with their new teams.・Henry’s meeting. I loved Jared Dubin’s look. Why were Barkley and Henry such a perfect fit?. Who will win this? Pete Prisco I’m with you …

Prisco: “This is a game of the week that features two dynamic offenses, both with good running games. But the edge at quarterback is with Lamar Jackson, and that’s why this He’s going to be the difference in the game. He’s going to make some big plays.” His legs and right arm led to the Ravens’ shootout win. Pick: Ravens 34, Eagles 30″

Also, don’t go to bed early and get up early. Chargers vs. Falcons (broadcast on CBS and Paramount+) is a big game. Tyler Sullivan says…

Sullivan: “After facing a physical Ravens team on Monday night, the Chargers are playing a short week and will have to travel across the country to play a Falcons club that has a bye week.” .This could be proven.” The Chargers are allowing 4.8 yards per carry this season, tied for fourth, and Atlanta will rely on the backfield tandem of Bijan Robinson and Tyler Allgaier. Looks like it’s going to happen. League Predicted Score: Falcons 24, Chargers 21 | Pick: Falcons +1”

Here are all our expert recommendations/best practices:

pete prisco | Will Brinson | John Breech | tyler sullivan | Jordan Dajani

We here at CBS Sports Headquarters AM Newsletter took a break last week after a tough workout and are still 20-10 on the season. I’ll be back again this week…

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📺 Highlights this weekend

Saturday

🏈 Michigan, No. 2 Ohio State, noon on Fox
🏈 No. 8 Vanderbilt, Tennessee, ABC Noon
🏈 No. 15 South Carolina vs. No. 12 Clemson, ESPN Noon
🏈 Baylor, Kansas, noon, ESPN2
🏈 Maryland, Penn State, BTN 3:30 p.m.
🏈 No. 5 Notre Dame, CBS 3:30 p.m.
🏈 No. 6 Miami at Syracuse, ESPN 3:30 p.m.
🏈 Cal, No. 9 SMU, 3:30 p.m., ESPN2
🏈 Auburn at No. 13 Alabama, 3:30 p.m. on ABC
🏈 No. 16 Arizona State, Arizona, FOX 3:30 p.m.
🏈 Purdue, Indiana 10th, FS1 7 p.m.
🏈 Washington at No. 1 Oregon, NBC 7:30 p.m.
🏈 No. 3 Texas, Texas A&M, 7:30 p.m. on ABC
🏈 No. 24 Kansas State vs. No. 18 Iowa State, 7:30 p.m. on Fox
🏀 Warriors vs. Suns, 9pm on NBA TV
🏈 Houston, No. 19 BYU, 10:15 p.m., ESPN

Sunday

🏈 Chargers vs. Falcons, CBS 1 p.m.
🏈 Steelers vs. Bengals, CBS 1 p.m.
🏈 Cardinals vs. Vikings, 1 p.m. on Fox
🏈 Rams at Saints, 4:05pm on Fox
🏈 Eagles vs. Ravens, CBS 4:25 p.m.
🏀 Celtics vs. Cavaliers on NBA TV starting at 6 p.m.
🏈 49ers at Bills, 8:20pm on NBC