Overview
- Following a 29-7 victory over No. 7 BYU, McGuire lauded the Cougars for joining the Big 12 and contrasted that with unnamed teams that remain independent, widely read as a reference to Notre Dame.
- BYU left independence to join the Big 12 in 2023, a move McGuire framed as “earning” postseason consideration through conference play.
- Media and analysts noted Sagarin strength-of-schedule figures placing Texas Tech at No. 68 and Notre Dame at No. 22, disputing the idea that the Irish have an easier path.
- CBS Sports highlighted recent College Football Playoff committee comments that evaluated Notre Dame’s resume and metrics, underscoring how both schedule quality and on-field performance factor into rankings.
- Coverage also resurfaced reporting on Texas Tech’s elevated NIL spending, including an estimated $28 million budget and $7 million on the defensive line per On3, adding context to criticism of McGuire’s remarks.