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Did Notre Dame Get Screwed? Miami Jumps In and Alabama Survives the Cut | CFB Playoff Reaction

The College Football Playoff bracket is officially set — and the biggest story of the day is the three-team debate everyone is talking about: Notre Dame, Miami, and Alabama. In this reaction episode, Barrett Sallee and John Michaels break down every angle of the controversy: 🔥 Did Notre Dame get screwed? The Irish beat big brands, stayed consistent, and still got pushed out of the final CFP field. Was the committee’s decision justified — or a total miss? 🔥 Miami Hurricanes crash the playoff field For the first time in decades, the Canes are in the national title hunt. Did Miami truly earn their spot, or did the chaos around them open the door? 🔥 Alabama makes the CFP after getting smoked by Georgia The Tide were blown out 28–7 in the SEC Championship. So how did they still make the bracket? And should they have? We also dive into: • Strength of schedule arguments • Head-to-head that finally mattered • Why Notre Dame was the “odd team out” • Whether Alabama’s résumé was overrated • How Miami flipped the narrative late in the season • What the new 12-team format gets right — and wrong This is the MOST controversial CFP bracket yet, and we’re breaking it all down. 👇 Drop your take in the comments: Who deserved it more — Notre Dame, Miami, or Alabama? ----------------------------------------   #CFP #CollegeFootballPlayoff #NotreDame #MiamiHurricanes #AlabamaFootball #RollTide #CFPReaction #CFPBreakdown #CFPSelectionShow #NCAAF #CollegeFootball #SECFootball #ACCFootball #IrishFootball #MiamiFootball #BamaFootball #PlayoffDebate #CFPControversy #CFPBracket #SportsPodcast #680TheFan #BarrettSallee #JohnMichaels #FootballTalk #CollegeFootballNews See omnystudio.com/listener [https://omnystudio.com/listener] for privacy information.

CFP Rankings Reaction, Conference Championship Games & the Playoff Path Ahead

The Fan’s College Football Show, hosted by John Michaels and Barrett Sallee, breaks down the latest College Football Playoff rankings with a focus on Alabama, Notre Dame, and Miami. The hosts examine how outcomes on conference championship weekend could reshape the playoff picture, especially for teams on the bubble. They also dive into Lane Kiffin’s departure from Ole Miss, discussing how the coaching change may impact the Rebels’ postseason readiness. The show previews this weekend’s marquee conference championship matchups, including: * Big Ten: Ohio State vs. Indiana  * ACC: Duke vs. Virginia * Big 12: BYU vs. Texas Tech * SEC: Georgia vs. Alabama Michaels and Sallee assess each game’s stakes, implications, and potential pathways to the playoff as Championship Weekend arrives. See omnystudio.com/listener [https://omnystudio.com/listener] for privacy information.

Rivalry Weekend Tension: Kiffin’s Next Move and the Playoff Rankings Shake-Up

The Fan’s College Football Show, hosted by John Michaels and Barrett Sallee, delivers an in-depth look at the biggest storylines shaping the college football landscape. The hosts analyze the latest developments surrounding Lane Kiffin’s coaching future, discussing how his pending decision could impact his program’s trajectory as it continues its push for a playoff berth. They also offer their reactions to the most recent College Football Playoff rankings, breaking down what the committee got right, what raises questions, and how the race may unfold. With Rivalry Weekend headlining the schedule, Michaels and Sallee preview all the marquee matchups, including the Iron Bowl (Alabama vs. Auburn), Clean Old-Fashioned Hate (Georgia vs. Georgia Tech), the Lone Star Showdown (Texas A&M vs. Texas), Tennessee vs. Vanderbilt, and The Game (Ohio State vs. Michigan). The show provides insight, context, and expert analysis on how these rivalry clashes could shape the postseason landscape. See omnystudio.com/listener [https://omnystudio.com/listener] for privacy information.

Lane Kiffin’s Crossroads, Georgia Tech’s Title Push, and CFP Rankings Debated

The Fan’s College Football Show, hosted by John Michaels and Barrett Sallee, recaps Week 13 highlights, including Georgia Tech’s escape at Boston College and their positioning just one win away from clinching an ACC Championship Game berth. The hosts cover Oklahoma’s victory over Alabama, Georgia’s dominant win over Texas, and Texas A&M’s stunning 27-point second-half comeback against South Carolina. The discussion then shifts to this week’s CFP rankings, debating whether the committee accurately reflected team performances, particularly Miami’s placement below Notre Dame despite an earlier head-to-head victory. The show concludes with an in-depth look at the biggest storyline in college football, as Lane Kiffin faces pressure from LSU and Florida and must decide whether to remain at Ole Miss or pursue other opportunities. See omnystudio.com/listener [https://omnystudio.com/listener] for privacy information.

Indiana & Oregon Escape, Benched Preseason Heisman Favorites, & Pitt Eyes Playoff Upheaval

On The Fan’s College Football Show, hosts John Michaels and Barrett Sallee recapped Week 11 of the college football season. Highlights included Indiana’s narrow victory over Penn State on a late drive from Heisman favorite Fernando Mendoza, Texas A&M’s continued push as national championship contenders, and Oregon’s dramatic road win at Iowa with a game-winning drive from Dante Moore. The hosts also debated whether teams would rather compete in conference championship games or prioritize playoff preparation, discussed benching decisions involving preseason standout quarterbacks LSU’s Garrett Nussmeier and Florida’s DJ Lagway, and analyzed the evolving Heisman conversation. The show concluded with a preview of Week 12 matchups, including Oklahoma vs. Alabama, Notre Dame vs. Pittsburgh, and Texas vs. Georgia. See omnystudio.com/listener [https://omnystudio.com/listener] for privacy information.