But LSU was the team that was closest to earning the spot by going undefeated with a decent schedule. Not much chance they wouldn't be in it. Bama was questionable with a loss to LSU earlier. Whoever else got in, like OSU, would have played LSU. Originally Posted by Smokin JoeVery true. I guess I'm just looking for a 4 or 8 team playoff. Wishful thinking unfortunately.