The Clemson Tigers are the nation's only undefeated team and they claimed the top seed in the College Football Playoff as a result. That might not be the most favorable position to be in for a title contender, however. Over the previous 10 seasons -- nine in the two-team BCS format and one in the four-team playoff format -- the No. 1 team heading into the postseason hoisted the trophy in January only three times.
Clemson ranks No. 2 overall in our FEI ratings, behind Alabama and just ahead of playoff semifinal opponent Oklahoma. But how do the Tigers compare with the No.