With the Crimson Tide not playing Saturday in Atlanta, its campaign has begun for a spot in the 12-team field, even with three losses. UA athletics director Greg Byrne posted a pitch for Alabama online Monday, and on Tuesday, head coach Kalen DeBoer spoke on ESPN’s Pat McAfee Show.

It’s officially politicking season in college football. With less than a week remaining until the final 12-team College Football Playoff field is set, University of Alabama athletic director Greg Byrne is making his pitch for why the Crimson Tide should make the playoff.

The College Football Playoff Committee has an assignment Tuesday night. It releases the new CFP rankings ahead of conference championship games and selection Sunday on next week. Alabama football defeated Auburn University in the 89th Iron Bowl and now await the decision of the committee.