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Mario Cristobal Calls Out Notre Dame CFP Debate After Miami Win

Mario Cristobal Calls Out Notre Dame CFP Debate After Miami Win

Summary

The Miami Hurricanes beat Texas A&M Aggies in a college football game, demonstrating they deserved a spot in the College Football Playoff (CFP). Miami's head coach, Mario Cristobal, highlighted the team's victory over Notre Dame to support their CFP selection, after some thought Notre Dame deserved the spot instead.

Key Facts

  • Miami Hurricanes won against Texas A&M Aggies in a CFP game.
  • Miami's Mark Fletcher Jr. ran for 172 yards.
  • Quarterback Carson Beck connected with Malachi Toney for a touchdown.
  • Bryce Fitzgerald intercepted two passes in the game.
  • Head coach Mario Cristobal stressed Miami's previous victory over Notre Dame to justify their CFP selection.
  • Both Miami and Notre Dame had similar season records, but Miami won their face-off.
  • Critics argued Notre Dame might have performed better in the playoff game.
  • Miami will face Ohio State Buckeyes in the next CFP round on December 31.

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