UPDATE: The College Football Playoff (CFP) selection committee is under fire after the release of its Week 13 rankings, which saw Alabama drop from No. 4 to No. 10 following a stunning loss to Oklahoma on Saturday. Fans and analysts alike are questioning the fairness of the decision, particularly as Alabama is now positioned behind No. 9 Notre Dame.
In a shocking turn of events, Oklahoma defeated Alabama 23-21 in Tuscaloosa, marking Alabama’s second loss this season and its first in the SEC. The Crimson Tide’s earlier defeat came against Florida State, which they lost 31-17 in Week 1.
The updated rankings have ignited fierce debate among college football fans, with many criticizing the committee for placing Notre Dame ahead of Alabama. One fan exclaimed, “Notre Dame being ranked above Alabama & Miami is a joke,” while another argued, “What an absolute joke. Alabama has beaten more teams in this committee’s rankings than anyone else.”
As it stands, Alabama is set to face 3-8 Eastern Illinois this Saturday, while Notre Dame will host 3-7 Syracuse. Both teams have a critical opportunity to influence their standings ahead of the playoffs.
With the updated CFP bracket, Notre Dame would travel to play No. 8 Oklahoma in the first round, while Alabama is slated to face No. 7 Oregon. The rankings have raised eyebrows, with fans arguing that the committee’s decisions reflect biases rather than performance.
Commentary on social media continues to highlight the discontent among supporters. One poster noted, “Beyond stupid that Notre Dame is ahead of Miami or Alabama. They value head-to-head in Alabama-Oklahoma but not ND-Miami?” Critics are calling for a reevaluation of how rankings are determined, emphasizing that wins should carry more weight than losses.
The fallout from these rankings is significant as college football approaches its playoff season. Fans and teams alike are watching closely to see if Alabama can rebound and re-establish its position in the upcoming contests. This situation remains fluid and will continue to evolve as the season progresses.
Stay tuned for more updates as the college football landscape shifts and the playoff race intensifies.