Last season, Arkansas' offense put up 53 points to beat Ole Miss in overtime last year and effectively end the Rebels' College Football Playoff hopes. It was just one example of how a powerful offense can impact who makes -- and who misses -- the playoff.
We looked at offenses, based on talent and schedule, that should have a say in shaping or shaking up the playoff picture in 2016.
These offenses belong to teams that might become playoff contenders, but the units are listed here because of their potential to impact the playoff.