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SMU's Historic Playoff Spot Amid Controversy
As the college football season wraps up, the stakes have never been higher for teams vying for a place in the prestigious College Football Playoff. This year, in a surprising twist, it was the SMU Mustangs who clinched the final at-large berth in the postseason, edging out heavyweights like Alabama and Miami. This decision, made by the selection committee, has sparked discussions and debates about the value of scheduling and the implications of strength of schedule on playoff berths.