Summary
Texas Tech head coach Joey McGuire criticized Notre Dame for not being part of a conference, suggesting it affects their chances in the college football playoff selection. McGuire believes that if Notre Dame joined a conference, they could avoid exclusion from the playoffs. Notre Dame fans are upset as the team was not chosen for the playoff, while Alabama and Miami were.
Key Facts
- Texas Tech head coach Joey McGuire criticized Notre Dame for being independent and not in a conference.
- McGuire spoke before a game against Oregon on New Year's Day.
- Notre Dame was left out of the National Championship playoff; Alabama and Miami were chosen instead.
- Notre Dame's exclusion from the playoffs has upset their fans.
- McGuire suggests that being in a conference could secure Notre Dame's playoff spot.
- Notre Dame's independence allows them to manage their own TV deals and schedule.
- Notre Dame prioritizes maintaining its independence, which can impact its playoff chances.
- McGuire respects BYU for joining a conference and not playing an independent schedule.
