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5 takeaways from College Football Playoff rankings: Texas gets nod, SOS emphasized
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Jake O'Donnell
Jake O'Donnell
Sports Reporter · Bloomington, IL
Jake, a former collegiate athlete, graduated from Illinois State University and has spent the last 5 years covering sports for various local publications. His insider's perspective on the local sports scene helps him craft compelling stories that connect with fans and players alike.
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The NFL trade deadline used to be a yawn-inducing nothingburger, served cold. Major League Baseball reshuffled pennant races with its annual midseason yard sale. The NBA spent February swapping stars and setting social media on fire. Football usually offered up…
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