The College Football Playoff (CFP) meeting in Las Vegas is set to be a heated affair, with Big 12 commissioner Brett Yormark taking aim at Notre Dame athletic director Pete Bevacqua's recent comments. Yormark's strong words come in response to Bevacqua's criticism of the CFP's decision to leave Notre Dame out of the 12-team playoff this season, a move that has sparked a heated debate. But here's where it gets controversial... Yormark believes that Bevacqua's behavior has been 'egregious', especially considering Notre Dame's past support during the COVID-19 pandemic. He also points out that the ACC's perceived favoritism towards one of its full-time members over a partial member is a significant issue. This isn't the first time a school has disagreed with the playoff field, but the manner in which Bevacqua has voiced his displeasure stands out. Yormark's league played a crucial role in the committee's decision to reorder the teams, and he believes the committee made the right call. Despite his personal feelings, Yormark acknowledges that the CFP process is never perfect and that the goal is to improve it every year. So, will the CFP meeting in Miami next month be a civil discussion or a heated debate? Only time will tell, but one thing is certain: the controversy surrounding the CFP's decision to leave Notre Dame out has sparked a much-needed conversation about the fairness and transparency of the selection process.
