12-team CFP field contenders include James Madison, Tulane, Duke, Alabama, Notre Dame, and Miami, with Sunday’s games deciding final spots.

The College Football Playoff bracket is taking shape ahead of Sunday’s selection, with James Madison, Tulane, Duke, and Alabama all in contention for the 12-team field. James Madison, Sun Belt champion, hopes unranked Duke loses the ACC title game to boost its chances, as the committee favors conference champions. Tulane, ranked 20th, enters with an AAC title. Alabama, ranked No. 9, needs to beat Georgia in the SEC title game to secure a spot, while Notre Dame and Miami, ranked 10th and 12th, depend on other results, including the Big 12 title game, to advance. The final bracket will be announced Sunday.