It's never too early to strike up the College Football Playoff debate.
While some fans won't put the playoff into focus until the first rankings come out October 30, the top programs in the nation are already jockeying for positions.
As it usually is, Alabama sits on top of both polls, and the Crimson Tide will be viewed as the team to beat in college football until one of its opponents knocks it off its throne.
Beneath the Crimson Tide, a handful of traditional powers will be in the hunt for the other playoff positions, including last season's runner-up Georgia.