The Florida State Seminoles didn't know it at the time, but its chances of making the College Football Playoff went down when quarterback Jordan Travis suffered a season-ending left leg injury against North Alabama.
In doing so, it marked the first time ever that an undefeated Power Five team missed the playoffs. Michigan (13-0) is the top seed, followed by 13-0 Washington, 12-1 Texas and 12-1 Alabama. The No. 5 Seminoles finished 13-0 and defeated Louisville in the ACC title game 16-6. Ultimately, the committee leaned on its criteria about key players being injured when considering the playoff teams.
— ACC Football (@ACCFootball) December 3, 2023
devastated. heartbroken. In so much disbelief rn, I wish my leg broke earlier in the season so y’all could see this team is much more than the quarterback. I thought results matter. 13-0 and this roster matches up across any team in those top 4 rankings. I am so sorry. Go Noles!
— Jordan Travis (@jordantrav13) December 3, 2023
Booger McFarland is not happy that Alabama got into the CFP over an undefeated Florida State team.
— Awful Announcing (@awfulannouncing) December 3, 2023
"To me, this is a travesty to the sport...One team has a loss, and that's Alabama. One doesn't in Florida State." pic.twitter.com/3rhBvvpT1D
FSU athletic director Michael Alford: “The consequences of giving in to a narrative of the moment are destructive, far reaching, and permanent. Not just for Florida State, but college football as a whole. … It is unforgivable.” pic.twitter.com/JtCdy7rCHJ
— Nicole Auerbach (@NicoleAuerbach) December 3, 2023
It should be:
— Nicole Auerbach (@NicoleAuerbach) December 3, 2023
1. Michigan
2. Washington
3. Texas
4. Florida State
I think the most interesting point no one is talking about is that the CFP has literally written into its principles a justification for leaving out FSU.
— Blake Byler (@blakebyler45) December 3, 2023
“Unavailability of key players that likely will affect its postseason performance.” pic.twitter.com/B3iVgtWqLT
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