The road claimed a couple of undefeated Big 12 teams, but a few others College Football Playoff contenders managed to avoid getting knocked off away from home Saturday.
Week nine of the college football season had potential to create serious problems for highly ranked teams just days before the first selection committee rankings are released.
Thoughts, takedowns and takeaways from a day for road warriors and gritty victories.
1. The Big 12’s playoff hopes are not dead now that No. 8 Baylor and No. 10 West Virginia have lost. They are, however, in very bad condition .
2. Sure, if the Bears and/or Mountaineers finish 11-1 and win the Big 12 they could be in the thick of the playoff mix. But let’s be real: Can you see either of these teams running the table?