Ohio State and LSU should enter the College Football Playoff as the favorites to win the national championship.
The Buckeyes and Tigers are more than deserving of that distinction, but they must be wary of a few potential opponents that could knock them out in the semifinal round.
Clemson put together a dominant ACC campaign and returned most of its offensive weapons from its title run a year ago.
Trevor Lawrence is one of two quarterbacks in the playoff mix with title-winning experience, with the other being Oklahoma's Jalen Hurts.
The former Alabama quarterback has a tougher road to get into the playoff, but if the Big 12 side receives a spot, it could be a rougher one than expected due to its recent play.