By now, you’ve no doubt read numerous articles, interviews, and social media posts excoriating the College Football Playoff committee for its unprecedented decision to leave out an undefeated conference champion. The palpable anger radiating from Tallahassee has been met nationwide from college football fans who see the devastating impact on Florida State and the sport in general.
Justified though it is, this article is not about that anger or the future ramifications on the field. It isn’t about the blatant walk-backs and hypocrisy from numerous ESPN personalities.
This article is about a dangerous precedent that was just set by the committee and supporting media.