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3 teams the Sooners should prefer to have on their side of CFP bracket

The Oklahoma Sooners seem to be locks to be in the College Football Playoff once the 12-team bracket is revealed on Sunday, so now it's all about what puts the Sooners in the best position to actually make a run in the playoff and win their first national title since 2000.

There are three specific teams, whether because of matchup or situation, that Sooner Nation should hope ends up on the same side of the bracket as Oklahoma, including a squad that's already beaten the Sooners this season.

Notre Dame Fighting Irish

What's been the most likely matchup for the Sooners in the 8-vs-9 pairing is also the best situation for the Sooners, especially if they're at home at Gaylord Family-Oklahoma Memorial Stadium.