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McLaughlin: College Football Playoff Chaos Scenarios

> Spencer looks at some of the possible CFP outcomes that could throw things out of whack


  By Spencer McLaughlin of Locked on CFB for SuperWest Sports

December 18, 2025



SEC logoArizona State’s Sam Leavitt is leaving Tempe and could consider joining Lane Kiffin at LSU.

That would be a great idea for him–what about Brendan Sorsby?

On today’s episode of Locked On College Football, Spencer McLaughlin breaks down the rematch in Norman between Oklahoma and Alabama.

alabama logoThe Crimson Tide should not be favored in this game, no matter how slight. USC is bringing back QB Jayden Maiava for 2026, coming off a 9-3 season for the Trojans.

What should we make of the “re-signing” verbiage used in the announcement?

03:27 College Football Chaos Scenarios
13:58 Oklahoma’s Offense Ready to Rebound
18:38 Alabama vs. Oklahoma Doubts
21:05 Oklahoma’s Edge: Big Plays
25:04 College Sports and Free Agency
28:58 Lincoln Riley’s Playoff Expectations
30:16 Tough Big Ten Road Slate

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