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Bret Bielema Criticizes SEC and College Football Playoff Rankings

Bret Bielema Criticizes SEC and College Football Playoff Rankings
World Sports · 02:04:13 - Wednesday, 11 November 2026

Illinois head coach Bret Bielema criticized the Southeastern Conference and the College Football Playoff rankings in recent comments.

Bielema, who has been vocal about perceived biases in the playoff selection process, took aim at the SEC's dominance in the rankings.

The remarks come as the College Football Playoff committee releases its weekly rankings ahead of the postseason.

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