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Does Notre Dame Need to Beat Miami to Reach College Football Playoff? Experts Disagree

Does Notre Dame Need to Beat Miami to Reach College Football Playoff? Experts Disagree
World Sports · 15:39:27 - Saturday, 7 November 2026

USA Today Sports columnists Blake Toppmeyer, John Brice, and Matt Hayes examine whether Notre Dame must defeat Miami to secure a spot in the College Football Playoff. Opinions vary among analysts on the necessity of a win over the Hurricanes for the Fighting Irish's postseason hopes.

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