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Notre Dame's Playoff Hopes Fading, Says Klatt

College football analyst Joel Klatt warns Notre Dames College Football Playoff chances are dwindling. Despite their ten-game winning streak and top ten ranking, Klatt predicts Brigham Young University or Miami could surpass them. The committees emphasis on head-to-head results, following Miamis earlier victory over Notre Dame, puts the Fighting Irish in a precarious position. Klatt believes Notre Dames playoff hopes hinge on other games outcomes, and hes not confident theyll remain in the playoff.

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