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Miami vs. Notre Dame: Ranking Controversy Heats Up

12/2/2025

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Summary

Story summary

The college football regular season ends as debate over Miami and Notre Dame's rankings intensifies.
Miami won the head-to-head matchup, but the author says the committee will not rank Miami ahead of Notre Dame.
The author notes Notre Dame ended the season on a 10-game winning streak, which could influence the committee's stance.
Both teams are viewed as capable of competing for the national championship.

History

Historical Context

The College Football Playoff (CFP) was established in 2014, replacing the controversial Bowl Championship Series (BCS) that had been criticized for its reliance on polls and rankings. The CFP introduced a 13-member selection committee to determine the top four teams, addressing long-standing disputes over team placements, such as Ohio State's controversial ranking over TCU despite TCU's 11-1 record.

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Story summary

The college football regular season ends as debate over Miami and Notre Dame's rankings intensifies.
Miami won the head-to-head matchup, but the author says the committee will not rank Miami ahead of Notre Dame.
The author notes Notre Dame ended the season on a 10-game winning streak, which could influence the committee's stance.
Both teams are viewed as capable of competing for the national championship.

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