Controversy Erupts as College Football Playoff Selection Leaves Out Undefeated Florida State
Michigan, Washington, Texas, and Alabama Secure Spots in Playoff Amid Debate Over Selection Criteria
- The College Football Playoff committee selected Michigan, Washington, Texas and Alabama as the four playoff teams, leaving out undefeated Florida State after their quarterback suffered a season-ending injury.
- Michigan Wolverines enter the CFP undefeated after going 13-0, with a matchup against Alabama Crimson Tide.
- Alabama Crimson Tide, after an early loss to Texas, has won 11 straight games, including a victory over No.1 Georgia in the SEC title game.
- Texas Longhorns secured their first Big 12 title since 2009 and the school's first-ever appearance in the CFP.
- Washington Huskies, despite being underdogs, won the Pac-12 championship and secured a spot in the CFP.