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Oklahoma's CFP Hopes on the Line vs. Missouri
21 Nov
Summary
- No. 8 Oklahoma faces No. 22 Missouri in a crucial SEC matchup.
- Ahmad Hardy leads nation in rushing, challenging Oklahoma's defense.
- Lane Kiffin's future coaching destinations are a major storyline.
The penultimate week of the college football season features a pivotal SEC clash as No. 8 Oklahoma hosts No. 22 Missouri. Oklahoma's path to the College Football Playoff hinges on winning their remaining games, a task complicated by Missouri's potent offense, led by the nation's top rusher, Ahmad Hardy. Hardy's ground game will test an Oklahoma defense that has been stout against the run.
Adding another layer of intrigue is the uncertain future of Ole Miss coach Lane Kiffin. With vacant head coaching positions at Florida and LSU, Kiffin is a prime candidate, and his family's reported visits to those cities fuel speculation about his departure. This drama unfolds as Ole Miss pursues an historic season, potentially culminating in a CFP appearance.
The conference's national standing is also a major talking point. While the SEC currently has five teams ranked in the CFP picture, the possibility of six teams making the playoff remains, albeit slim. Scenarios involving Texas or even Vanderbilt could see the conference further cement its dominance, though significant upsets would be required.
