Alabama, Georgia, Clemson, Ohio State and the other usual suspects in the playoff race are in good position for another run this season, but what dark horse teams should we watch? If Kentucky, NC State and Colorado aren't legit playoff contenders yet but their schedules and situations are very favorable. Also, Notre Dame's playoff prospects if they lose one game, and are you sick of the Alabama hype? If Bobby Petrino is on the hot seat, are the circumstances fair? And is UCF the clear New Year's Six front-runner?
