THE TAKE
"Penn State is setup for a sneaky College Football Playoff run because of their schedule..
I can't believe that Tennessee is ranked to start the season" ~ @CFBHeather #PMSLive
BOLDNESS
42/100
GRADE
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PLAYERS / TEAMS
Penn StateTennessee
GRADING CRITERIA
Penn State qualifies for the 12-team CFP (top 12 in final rankings); Tennessee underperforms relative to preseason ranking expectations by season end
contrarianschedule dependent
This take hasn't been graded yet. Resolution expected JAN 15, 2027.