Right now thay are unfounded. He'll be hard-pressed to leave for anywhere after winning the title. Why, because they are a team and always find a way to win. If they can replace Heupel, they'll be good, but winning another title will be tough. I choose to look at the whole season.
All schools are certainly worthy of recognition.
I wouldn't argue against a playoff. A close game and you have to give OU the edge after showing that they find ways to win. Thanks for the questions.