SMU got shellacked by Penn State, 38-10. Tennessee was outclassed against Ohio State, 42-17. In fact, first round games in the last CFP were decided by an average of 19.3 points. The nominal closest was a 10-point win by Notre Dame against Indiana. The Fighting Irish were up 24-3 at one point as the Hoosiers pulled close in garbage time.

Michigan football recruiting class signees for 2026Start the day smarter. Get all the news you need in your inbox each morning. DL Carter Meadows School: Gonzaga College High School (Washington).

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