A Blatant Snub: Lane Kiffin Speaks Out Against College Football Playoff Rankings
Lane Kiffin is never one to mince words, and his latest rant on social media is a testament to that. The outspoken coach is fuming about the recent College Football Playoff Rankings, and rightfully so. His beef with the Playoff Committee centers around the Miami Hurricanes being ranked #12, ahead of Ole Miss at #13.
A Questionable Ranking
What exactly has Miami done to deserve this lofty ranking? Their most impressive win this season is a lackluster victory over Duke at home. Meanwhile, Ole Miss has faced stiff competition in the SEC, losing to top-ranked teams like Florida and LSU. The Rebels’ two losses pale in comparison to Miami’s defeats at Georgia Tech and Syracuse.
Schedule Strength Matters
It’s no secret that the SEC is a far more competitive conference than the ACC. Ole Miss has faced a gauntlet of tough opponents, including a dominant win over Georgia. In contrast, Miami has feasted on a soft schedule, with their only notable win coming against Virginia Tech. If these two teams were to face off on a neutral field, Ole Miss would likely be a 7-point favorite.
Cam Ward’s Heroics
Let’s be real – Miami owes a debt of gratitude to Cam Ward, who has single-handedly saved their season. Without his heroics, the Hurricanes would likely be languishing outside the top 30-35 teams in the country.
Kiffin Calls Out the Committee
Lane Kiffin deserves credit for speaking truth to power. His outrage is justified, and it’s about time someone called out the Playoff Committee for their blatant favoritism towards the ACC. As Kiffin so aptly put it, Miami’s ranking is nothing short of total BS.
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