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Georgia football received the easiest path in the College Football Playoff

Georgia football has been handed the easiest path to the 2024 College Football Playoff, a favorable development for the defending national champions. With the release of the playoff bracket, the Bulldogs, who finished the regular season as the No. 1 seed, find themselves in a favorable position, avoiding any potential juggernauts in their path to the title game.

In the opening round, Georgia faces No. 4 seed Ohio State, a team that has been impressive this season but has shown vulnerability in key matchups, particularly in their loss to Michigan. While Ohio State boasts an elite offense, their defensive struggles and inconsistent quarterback play leave them at a disadvantage against Georgia’s top-tier defense and balanced offense.

In the other semifinal, Michigan takes on Texas, the No. 3 seed, in what is expected to be a more evenly matched contest. Michigan has dominated the Big Ten and remains one of the most complete teams in college football, but Texas, with its dynamic offense and improving defense, could pose a significant challenge.

Georgia, under head coach Kirby Smart, has built a dynasty around a relentless defense, a powerful running game, and a quarterback in Carson Beck who has grown into the role as the season has progressed. While Ohio State may have the firepower to challenge Georgia, the Bulldogs’ ability to control the game on both sides of the ball, combined with their championship pedigree, makes them the clear favorite to advance to the title game.

With a manageable road ahead, Georgia is poised to make a run at its third consecutive national championship, further cementing their place in college football history.