The athletic directors at Iowa State and SMU are engaged in a social media battle over the latest College Football Playoff rankings. SMU, with an 11-1 record and an impressive winning streak, is ranked No. 8, while Iowa State is at 16th. Iowa State’s AD, Jamie Pollard, called out SMU for their weaker schedule, prompting SMU’s AD, Rick Hart, to respond defensively. The heated exchange ended with both acknowledging that the ultimate determination will be made on the field.
The future of both teams remains uncertain, with Iowa State needing a win in the Big 12 title game to secure a spot, while SMU faces a tough challenge against Clemson. If SMU loses, the selection committee will need to decide how to factor in their title game appearance when making their final selections. The showdown between the two schools will ultimately be settled on the field, with Pollard conceding that a win by SMU against Clemson would earn his respect. The showdown continues as the college football playoff selection date approaches.
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