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Notre Dame vs Miami: Playoff Debate

The college football playoff picture is heating up, with a big debate over whether number ten Notre Dame or number twelve Miami deserves a spot. Both teams have strong arguments, but the selection committee has a tough decision ahead. Miamis win against Notre Dame and their early season success are notable, but their losses to unranked teams and late-game struggles may hurt their case. Notre Dame, despite their early losses, has since won ten straight games, all by double digits, making their case for a playoff spot more compelling.

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  • Narduzzi: Miami Deserves Playoff Spot Over Notre Dame

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    Pittsburghs Pat Narduzzi weighs in on the college football playoff debate, favoring Miami over Notre Dame. Despite Notre Dames higher ranking, Narduzzi praises Miamis consistent performance in the ACC and their head-to-head win. Both teams lack of impressive wins against top-25 opponents leaves the playoff picture uncertain.
  • Notre Dame vs Miami: Playoff Debate

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    In the college football playoff debate, Miami and Notre Dame are top contenders. Miami boasts a Week One victory over Notre Dame, but losses to unranked teams and a close win against Louisville raise concerns. Notre Dame, despite early losses to ranked teams, has since won ten straight games, solidifying their case for playoff inclusion.
  • Notre Dame's Swarbrick: We Deserve Playoff Spot

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    Notre Dames Jack Swarbrick passionately advocates for his teams playoff spot, believing they should still be ranked ninth. He highlights key games, including the SEC Championship and the Big Twelve Championship, which could impact the playoff landscape. Swarbricks direct approach sets him apart, as he actively roots for Texas Tech to defeat Brigham Young University. As the season nears its end, the playoff picture remains a hot topic, with strategic rooting interests shaping the conversation.
  • Notre Dame's Playoff Hopes, Transfer Portal, and Adversity

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  • Miami vs Notre Dame: Final Playoff Spot Debate

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    College football fans are on the edge of their seats as the Miami Hurricanes and Notre Dame Fighting Irish vie for the final spot in the twelve-team playoff. Both teams boast ten wins and two losses, with the Hurricanes winning their earlier Week One matchup by three points. Notre Dame has since gone on a ten-game winning streak, while Miami dropped two conference games. The selection committee has used the eye test to rank Notre Dame, but Miamis losses are being re-evaluated. The final decision may hinge on BYUs Big Twelve Championship Game, and many believe the head-to-head result should be the deciding factor.
  • Notre Dame's Bevacqua on Playoff Expansion & Rankings

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