The College Football Playoff selection committee valued wins over strength of schedule in the initial top 25 rankings of the season. And as such, undefeated Utah found themselves in a prime spot in the first official rankings of the season.
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The College Football Playoff selection committee valued wins over strength of schedule in the initial top 25 rankings of the season. And as such, undefeated Utah found themselves in a prime spot in the first official rankings of the season.