College Football Playoff picks: Breaking down the (NFL Draft) talent disparity in the semifinal matchups

Expansion of the College Football Playoff to a 12-team, tournament-style event has led some to describe the upcoming round of competition as the sport’s Final Four.

You won’t see that reference on the Hotline, ever. There is only one rightful Final Four, and it’s played in early April.

But the football and basketball semifinal rounds have one thing in common: Talent is paramount.

Coaching, chemistry and momentum can carry a team only so far. At this point, personnel typically dictates the outcome.