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Notre Dame, ACC Clash Over Playoff Spot: A Damaging Dispute
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Notre Dame and ACC embroiled in heated dispute over playoff spot, with Notre Dames athletic director accusing the ACC of causing permanent damage to their relationship. The ACCs decision to select Miami over Notre Dame, despite the latters strong performance, has sparked controversy. Analysts like Paul Finebaum and Josh Pate have weighed in, with Finebaum calling the ACCs actions a shot across the bow at Notre Dame and Pate emphasizing the need to focus on the overall playoff selection process. ACC Commissioner Jim Phillips has defended his actions, stating his responsibility to support all football-playing member institutions. College football fans are urged to hope for a resolution to this inter-organizational squabble, as it only serves to push them further away from the sport.
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