CFP Chair Explains Why Ohio State Jumped Alabama

The latest College Football Playoff rankings have been released, and one of the biggest moves is Ohio State leapfrogging Alabama for the No. 2 spot.

Gary Barta, the chair of the College Football Playoff committee, was left defending their choices once again, shedding some insight on why this jump happened.

“Two great teams, both Ohio State and Alabama. Both of them have Heisman Trophy candidates at quarterback. This past week, though, the dominating win over Michigan State certainly got the committee’s attention," Barta said, per 247 Sports. "The offense of Ohio State, just total domination, and the defense is playing much better. And they’ve been playing better week after week. They beat…