Tom Fornelli's CFP Vibe Check, Week 2: The SEC strikes back and the Big Ten's playoff grip is slipping

In the second week of the college football season, the Southeastern Conference (SEC) demonstrated significant strength in non-conference play, achieving an 8-2 record against Power Four opponents. A standout performance by Texas contributed to this trend, bolstering the conference's overall standing.

This early-season success has positioned the SEC to potentially secure up to six bids in the expanded College Football Playoff. Conversely, the Big Ten conference faces a weakening outlook regarding its playoff prospects as the competitive landscape shifts following these recent results.