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Among the most significant outcomes, SMU's at-large selection ahead of powerhouses like Alabama raised eyebrows. With Alabama boasting a record of 3-1 against ranked teams, which includes a victory over Georgia, the reigning SEC champion, many argue that their resume should warrant a spot. In contrast, SMU's record stood at 0-2 when facing ranked teams, leaving some to ponder how the committee arrived at its decision.