Ohio State debuted at No. 2 when the first College Football Playoff rankings were announced last week, so even another loss would seem to have OSU in good shape with getting an invite to the inaugural 12-team playoff we’re all about to witness at the end ...

Heading into the CFP second rankings reveal of he 2024 season, the Buckeyes (+300) were holding strong as the championship favorite at BetMGM — up from +350 in Week 10. Oregon wasn’t far behind Ohio State at +350 as just three other teams held odds better than 10-1. Texas was +450 while Alabama and Georgia tied at +800.

The College Football Playoff expands to a 12-team CFP bracket in 2024. Here’s how it works and how Ohio State is impacted.