Conference championship weekend is set to kick off with seven title games that carry College Football Playoff and New Year's Six implications. These matchups will determine the fate of several teams, including the historic unbeaten Georgia Bulldogs, as they vie for a spot in the playoffs.

The most anticipated game of the weekend is the SEC showdown between the two-time defending national champion Georgia Bulldogs and the surging Alabama Crimson Tide. A victory for Alabama would not only halt Georgia's impressive 29-game winning streak but also create a frenzy among the selection committee before the final rankings are released on Sunday.

An interesting dynamic to watch is the matchup between the unbeaten Liberty Flames and New Mexico State. A win for Liberty would apply significant pressure to Tulane, currently favored to secure the Group of Five's New Year's Six bowl berth. If Liberty finishes the season undefeated and Tulane falls to SMU in the AAC title game, there is a possibility that Liberty could secure a higher ranking and secure the New Year's Six bowl spot. However, the door would also open for other contenders like Toledo, with their impressive one-loss record.

The AAC championship game between SMU and Tulane is also crucial as Tulane aims to maintain its position ahead of Liberty and SMU in the committee rankings for a New Year's Six berth. Tulane's only loss this season came in September when quarterback Michael Pratt was sidelined due to injury. Since his return, Tulane has been on a winning streak and looks to extend it against SMU.

In the Big Ten championship game, the heavy favorite Michigan faces off against the underdog Iowa. An upset victory for Iowa could leave the selection committee with a difficult decision while a win for Michigan would solidify their place in the playoffs. Regardless of the outcome, Iowa is likely headed to the Citrus Bowl to face the SEC's top team not in the New Year's Six.

The Big 12 championship game between Oklahoma State and Texas carries playoff implications for the Longhorns. To boost their chances, Texas not only needs to win but also needs to impress the committee with a dominant performance, similar to their 50-point victory over Texas Tech in the regular-season finale.

The Pac-12 championship game features a rematch between Oregon and Washington. Washington, despite being unbeaten and ranked inside the top four, enters the game as a 9.5-point underdog. A victory for Oregon and favorable outcomes in other games could potentially secure the Ducks a spot in the playoffs.

Finally, the ACC championship game between Louisville and Florida State holds significant importance. The unbeaten Seminoles are considered a lock for the playoffs, as no unbeaten Power Five champion has ever been left out. However, a loss to Louisville would create multiple scenarios and potentially eliminate Florida State from playoff contention.

As the conference championship games unfold, the teams will give their all to secure a spot in the College Football Playoff and New Year's Six bowl games. The selection committee's final ranking announcement on Sunday will determine which teams succeed and which ones are left disappointed.