The committee has released the latest rankings, and there are some controversial decisions that have left many teams feeling frustrated. Miami Hurricanes, despite a strong performance against Mercer, dropped in the rankings after Alabama’s win. The message seems to be that taking a break is not rewarded, but the ACC needs to understand its place in the hierarchy.
Texas in the SEC is another hot topic, as they have played a relatively easy schedule compared to other teams in the conference. The SEC pecking order and the importance of winning games are being questioned, especially with Georgia ranked 10th. BYU’s loss to Kansas has sparked debate on the value of opponents and how the committee evaluates teams.
Arizona State being ranked below Colorado despite having a similar record and better wins is seen as a mistake. The Power 4 conferences are feeling the pressure, with Boise State in contention for a first-round bye and non-traditional power conference teams making waves in the rankings.
Overall, there is a sense of frustration among teams that feel they are not getting the recognition they deserve. Duke, Pitt, Kansas State, Syracuse, James Madison, Washington State, SMU, and Georgia are among the teams with strong records but are not ranked as high as expected. The committee’s decisions are not sitting well with many, and the implications of these rankings are being closely scrutinized.
