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B1G roundtable: Playoff sleepers

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They're a longshot, but Mitch Leidner and Minnesota could pull off some upsets to enter the playoff picture. Jim Dedmon/USA TODAY Sports
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The season begins next week -- huzzah! -- and so does the chase for the four spots in the second College Football Playoff.

Ohio State is a heavy favorite to return to the playoff, and Michigan State has also been mentioned as a strong candidate.