Oregon making the CFP would take up a spot, but could that also be the best “quality loss” if things get hectic elsewhere? Are the No. 3-ranked Oregon Ducks about to go undefeated? And if so, how much would that help or hurt Ohio State? Mario Cristobal’s bunch is currently undefeated, including that recent 35-28 victory over the Buckeyes in Columbus, but faces its toughest stretch over the next few weeks. Games at Stanford and UCLA (sandwiched around a home date with California) could be all that stands in the way of a perfect regular season for the Ducks. Per the SI Sportsbook, Oregon is currently an 8-point favorite at Stanford this weekend (3:30 on ABC). While always formidable, Stanford has dropped double-digit home games to Kansas State and UCLA already. The Cardinal have been outscored 56-20 by Oregon the past two meetings. Oregon then has a bye week, followed…
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