Summary
Notre Dame missed out on the College Football Playoffs (CFP), raising controversy as Miami was chosen over them. A new agreement guarantees Notre Dame a playoff spot if ranked in the top 12 starting next year. Notre Dame declined a bowl game invitation this year, marking their first absence since 2016.
Key Facts
- Notre Dame had a record of 10 wins and 2 losses but was not included in the 12-team College Football Playoff.
- Miami, with the same record, was chosen for the playoffs over Notre Dame.
- Notre Dame's athletic director wants to eliminate weekly ranking shows, which he blames for the playoff snub controversy.
- Starting next year, Notre Dame will automatically make the playoffs if ranked in the top 12.
- If the playoff field expands to 14 teams, Notre Dame will qualify if ranked 13 or higher.
- Notre Dame has chosen not to participate in a postseason bowl game, ending a streak since 2016.
