The college football world was thrown into chaos when the final 12-team playoff bracket was announced. While many teams were celebrating their spot in the playoffs, some certified playoff-caliber programs were left feeling slighted and overlooked. One such team was the BYU Cougars, who were passed over for a spot in the playoffs in favor of the Miami Hurricanes.
The decision to include Miami in the playoffs over more deserving teams like BYU and even Notre Dame has caused quite a stir among fans and experts alike. The playoff committee’s choice has been met with criticism and backlash, particularly from Cougar Nation. The BYU football team has now taken matters into their own hands and is bringing out the receipts to show that their coach, Kalani Sitake, was done dirty by the playoff committee.
In an official statement released by the BYU football team, they have laid out all the evidence that proves their case for a spot in the playoffs. The statement begins by highlighting the impressive season that the Cougars have had so far. They have a record of 11-1, with their only loss coming against the undefeated Coastal Carolina team in a game that was scheduled on short notice due to COVID-19 cancellations. Despite this loss, the Cougars have dominated their opponents, winning by an average of 33 points per game.
The statement then goes on to compare BYU’s record and statistics with those of the Miami Hurricanes. The Cougars have a better record, a higher ranking in both the AP and Coaches polls, and have played a tougher schedule than Miami. They have also scored more points and allowed fewer points per game than the Hurricanes. These numbers clearly show that BYU has had a more successful and dominant season than Miami.
Furthermore, the statement highlights the fact that BYU has played and defeated several ranked opponents, including Boise State, Houston, and San Diego State. They have also played and beaten Power 5 teams like Navy and Troy. In contrast, Miami has only played one ranked opponent and lost to them, and their victories have mostly come against unranked teams. This further strengthens BYU’s case for a playoff spot over Miami.
The statement also addresses the argument that Miami’s strength of schedule is stronger than BYU’s. While this may be true, the Cougars have proven time and time again that they can compete with and defeat top teams. They have also been willing to schedule tough opponents, as seen in their game against Coastal Carolina. The same cannot be said for Miami, who has mostly played weaker opponents and avoided tough matchups.
The BYU football team’s statement concludes by stating that they are not asking for special treatment or favors. They simply want to be given a fair chance to compete for a national championship. They have earned their spot in the playoffs through their hard work and impressive performances on the field. It is unfair and unjust to deny them that opportunity.
In conclusion, the BYU Cougars have been done dirty by the playoff committee’s decision to include Miami in the playoffs over them. The evidence presented in their official statement clearly shows that they are more deserving of a spot in the playoffs. Cougar Nation stands behind their team and will continue to fight for justice and fairness in the college football world. The BYU football team has proven that they belong among the top teams in the country, and it’s time for the playoff committee to recognize that and give them the respect they deserve.