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Will College Football Playoff committee drop LSU Tigers out of playoff picture after blowout loss?
The article argues that LSU and other SEC teams may have benefited from favourable College Football Playoff rankings, despite criticism that the committee should judge teams by results on the field. It questions whether LSU will keep its place in the playoff picture after a blowout loss, and contends that the conference’s reputation has outweighed recent performances.
It cites criticism from Indiana coach Curt Cignetti about perceived SEC bias, and quotes LSU coach Lane Kiffin arguing that conferences face different levels of difficulty. The article says the SEC went 1-8 in bowl games in 2025-26 and 0-3 in CFP games against non-SEC Power Four opponents; Alabama lost 38-3 to Indiana, while Texas A&M lost to Miami, with the two teams combining for six points.
In short
- The article questions whether LSU will stay highly ranked after a blowout loss.
- It argues SEC teams may receive more favourable treatment from the CFP committee.
- The SEC’s cited 2025-26 results include a 1-8 bowl record.
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