Summary
Vanderbilt University's football team was not included in the upcoming College Football Playoff despite a strong season. Instead, they will play against the Iowa Hawkeyes in the ReliaQuest Bowl on December 31. Coach Clark Lea responded to the snub by emphasizing the team's responsibility for their own performance and their excitement for the upcoming game.
Key Facts
- Vanderbilt finished its season with a 10-2 record.
- They lost two games, one against Alabama and one against Texas.
- Vanderbilt is ranked No. 14 and will play against No. 23 Iowa on December 31 in the ReliaQuest Bowl.
- Coach Clark Lea emphasized owning their performance instead of being upset about missing the playoff.
- Lea mentioned the team's culture is to play and enjoy football regardless of decisions made.
- Lea is a former coach at Notre Dame but clarified his comments were only about Vanderbilt.
- The team tried to secure an additional game before, but it is now scheduled for December 31.
