There is no understating how much Michigan State’s victory against Oregon means to the Spartans’ College Football Playoff chances. It’s awful early to make that declaration but if Sparty takes care of business the rest of the way and still loses to Ohio State then this is a definite resume builder. It could mean that a pair of Big Ten teams could end up in the playoff when all is said and done. And if Oregon comes back and claims the PAC-12 title, the Ducks may get left out. But who knows with college football. Michigan State and Oregon could both end up flopping and when November arrives they could be vying for a second tier bowl. Speculation is an enjoyable part of the sport and it’s wild in September. Michigan State and Ole Miss are trending up this week in the NOLA.com | The Times-Picayune Top Eight ranking. Auburn’s stock is way down. The Tigers are out of the ranking after barely knocking off FCS opponent Jacksonville State, 27-20, in overtime. At this point, Auburn is a dysfunctional outfit that looks lost on both sides of the ball. The talent is there, no question…
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