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College Football Playoff: Stars Shine Ahead of NFL Draft

12/17/2025

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The College Football Playoff begins this weekend, with several bowl games leading up to the event.
Dante Moore of Oregon aims to improve his NFL draft stock after a midseason slump.
Fernando Mendoza, the Heisman winner, currently leads the quarterback rankings.
Cam Cook of Jacksonville State, the season's top rusher, seeks to boost NFL prospects.
NC State's Justin Joly and Hollywood Smothers could impact upcoming games, potentially shifting draft positions.

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Story summary

The College Football Playoff begins this weekend, with several bowl games leading up to the event.
Dante Moore of Oregon aims to improve his NFL draft stock after a midseason slump.
Fernando Mendoza, the Heisman winner, currently leads the quarterback rankings.
Cam Cook of Jacksonville State, the season's top rusher, seeks to boost NFL prospects.
NC State's Justin Joly and Hollywood Smothers could impact upcoming games, potentially shifting draft positions.