Latest college Football Playoff Projections for Alabama after Tide’s worst-case Scenar
As the College Football Playoff (CFP) Selection Day approaches, Alabama’s playoff hopes are facing a tough road following what some consider a “worst-case scenario” in conference championship weekend. Despite finishing the regular season with an 11-1 record, the Crimson Tide’s fate is now in question, with various outcomes leaving them on the playoff bubble.
Alabama’s only loss this season came to Texas, a result that continues to complicate their path to the CFP. A dominant win over Auburn in the Iron Bowl helped their case, but now, the possibility of Alabama missing the top four is more real than ever. The worst-case scenario involves Georgia winning the SEC Championship over Missouri, coupled with conference title wins from teams like Florida State, Washington, and Oregon.
In such a scenario, Alabama could be left on the outside looking in, with their one loss potentially hurting them in comparison to undefeated or one-loss teams from other conferences. This would place Alabama in a precarious position, particularly with several other strong contenders vying for the final spots in the CFP.
If Alabama fails to secure a spot in the four-team playoff, the most likely landing spot would be a prestigious New Year’s Six bowl, such as the Sugar Bowl, where they would face another top-tier opponent. The Tide’s impressive win over Tennessee and a competitive SEC schedule might still make them a strong candidate for a high-profile bowl, but the playoff berth they’ve sought for months is far from guaranteed.
Ultimately, Alabama’s playoff hopes are highly dependent on the outcomes of other conference championship games, leaving their future uncertain as Selection Day nears.