CFP Rankings Stir Frustration as Alabama Edges Out Ole Miss and Miami

The College Football Playoff committee's latest rankings draw criticism over perceived inconsistencies in evaluating team resumes.

Alabama secures the No. 11 spot in the CFP rankings over Ole Miss and Miami, sparking debates over strength of schedule and quality wins.
Ole Miss head coach Lane Kiffin and quarterback Jaxson Dart publicly question the committee's criteria, calling for more transparency and fairness.
Critics highlight Alabama's losses to Oklahoma and Vanderbilt, contrasting them with Ole Miss's narrow defeats and Miami's statistical advantages in offense and defense.
Miami and South Carolina also express dissatisfaction, citing unclear evaluation metrics and perceived favoritism toward certain conferences.
The final CFP rankings and 12-team playoff field will be determined after upcoming conference championship games, leaving Alabama's playoff fate uncertain.