The final-four bracket that makes up the College Football Playoff was announced Sunday, with, as expected, Clemson, Alabama, Oklahoma and Michigan State as the four teams.
The only surprise, and it was a mild one, was the order: Michigan State leapfrogged Oklahoma for the third spot. In the previous rankings, released last week, Clemson was No. 1, Alabama No. 2, Oklahoma No. 3 and Michigan State No. 5.
In the coming weeks, those teams will play in search of a national championship. Clemson will continue its quest for a perfect season with a semifinal against Oklahoma; Alabama will play Michigan State.