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sports1 year ago

ACC Commissioner Criticizes CFP Rankings, Advocates for Miami Over Alabama

ACC Commissioner Jim Phillips expressed shock and disappointment over Miami Hurricanes' drop to No. 12 in the CFP rankings, despite having a better record than No. 11 Alabama. Phillips argued that Miami's strong season, including a dominant win over Florida, merits a higher ranking. However, CFP committee chairman Warde Manuel stated that teams not playing in conference championships, like Miami and Alabama, cannot be re-evaluated before the final rankings.

via AL.com|
#alabamafootball#cfprankings#collegefootballplayoff
sports1 year ago

Oregon and Texas Wins Boost OSU's Playoff Hopes

The College Football Playoff (CFP) rankings have been updated, with Ohio State dropping to No. 6 after losing to Michigan. As championship weekend approaches, Oregon, Texas, and other conference champions are vying for top seeds in the 12-team playoff. Ohio State's seeding could improve with wins from Oregon and Texas, and a Clemson loss. The SEC, Big Ten, and other conferences have high stakes, with teams like Alabama and Clemson on the bubble. The final CFP bracket will be revealed on Sunday, with predictions suggesting a mix of Big Ten and SEC teams in the first round.

via Eleven Warriors|
#cfprankings#collegefootballplayoff#conferencechampionships
sports1 year ago

Miami's Playoff Hopes Dwindle After Syracuse Upset

Rivalry week in college football has significantly impacted the College Football Playoff (CFP) rankings, with Miami's upset loss to Syracuse complicating their playoff hopes. Alabama rebounded with a win over Auburn, while Notre Dame solidified their playoff position by defeating USC. Arizona State's unexpected success also positions them for a potential CFP berth. Miami's loss likely eliminates them from playoff contention, while Notre Dame could secure a top at-large spot. Alabama's ranking may drop despite their victory, due to previous losses.

via FanSided|
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sports1 year ago

Controversy and Surprises in Latest College Football Playoff Rankings

The latest College Football Playoff Rankings have sparked controversy among Tennessee Volunteers fans, who are upset that their team is ranked below Ole Miss despite having fewer losses and a head-to-head victory over Alabama. Fans argue that Ole Miss's losses to unranked teams should place them lower in the rankings. The debate highlights the subjective nature of the rankings and the passionate reactions from fan bases.

via Athlon Sports|
#cfprankings#collegefootball#fanreactions
sports1 year ago

Georgia's CFP Ranking Sparks Debate Amid Top Four Controversy

The College Football Playoff selection committee's recent ranking has sparked controversy by placing the Georgia Bulldogs, a two-time national champion, outside the top 12, potentially excluding them from the playoff. Despite Georgia's tough schedule and two losses, the committee's decision reflects the complexity of ranking teams in the 5-12 range. The debate highlights the challenges of the new 12-team playoff format and the influence of team brand and conference reputation on rankings.

via NBC Sports|
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sports1 year ago

Texas Rises, Miami Slips in Latest College Football Playoff Projections

The latest College Football Playoff Rankings are expected to see significant changes following upset losses by Georgia and Miami, with Texas likely moving into the top five. The rankings consider factors like conference championships, head-to-head results, and strength of schedule, but not preseason polls. The subjective nature of the rankings, influenced by 13 committee members, means that head-to-head results may become harder to honor as the season progresses. The SEC and Big Ten are expected to dominate the top spots due to their strength in college football.

via CBS Sports|
#cfprankings#collegefootball#georgia
sports1 year ago

Georgia Tech Upsets Miami, Shaking Up ACC Playoff Picture

Miami's loss to Georgia Tech complicates their College Football Playoff path, though they remain in contention with a potential 11-1 record. The defeat places SMU in first place in the ACC, while Miami ties with Clemson and Pittsburgh for second. Miami could still secure a CFP spot without an ACC title, similar to Alabama's 2017 path, but missing the conference championship would be disappointing given their strong season.

via CBS Sports|
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