Welcome to the Week 2 edition of our weekly illustrations focusing on the games that shape the national-title race.
Tennessee revs up playoff hopes by racing past Virginia Tech
Despite a slow start, the Vols rolled to a 45-24 win over the Hokies in front of 156,990 people at Bristol Motor Speedway.
Big 12 takes big playoff hit with TCU, Oklahoma State losses
The Big 12 has little margin for error when it comes to the playoff now that TCU and Oklahoma State lost to unranked foes in Week 2. (Even though the Cowboys should have won.)
Louisville, Lamar Jackson make strong statement ahead of FSU showdown
Syracuse was no match for the electrifying Lamar Jackson, as the Cardinals triumphed 62-28, and now Bobby Petrino's squad hosts Florida State in an early ACC showdown.
Ohio State rolls again on road to Oklahoma showdown
Now things get interesting for the Buckeyes, who feasted on another cupcake, taking down Tulsa 48-3.