The Mid-Morning Dump: CFP Ranked Edition

PLAYOFF RANKINGS. The Cyclones are ranked in the College Football Playoff rankings for the second consecutive year.

PLAYOFF BOUND. USA Today points out a few certain stretch scenarios where the Cyclones can actually find themselves in the playoffs.

THANKS, COACH. Former ISU coach Dan McCarney is excited for his former team.

PUMP IT UP. Purdy’s pump fakes have become legendary in a matter of weeks.

LEAD BY EXAMPLE. Kyle Kempt is embracing his new, albeit unexpected, role on the team.

FANTASTIC PLAY. Conor McDavid doing Conor McDavid things.

NOT SO FAST. Maryland students are protesting the return of coach DJ Durkin.

GOLDEN PHILLY. Philly is all-in after acquiring Golden Tate yesterday.

SERIOUS STUFF. Rutgers LB Izaia Bullcok has been dismissed from the team after being charged with two counts of attempted murder.