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A return to playoff among Big 12 bold predictions for 2016

The 2015 season is in the rear-view mirror after Alabama secured another title under Nick Saban on Monday night.

A highlight was when the Big 12 earned its first appearance in the College Football Playoff, but Oklahoma's 20-point loss to Clemson was part of a disappointing postseason for Big 12 teams. It was, however, a solid season for the conference, with four teams winning 10 games or more for the first time since 2011. Oklahoma (5), TCU (7), Baylor (13) and Oklahoma State (20) finished among the top 20 nationally.

As our eyes turn toward next season, here are 10 bold Big 12 predictions for 2016:

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