Top 5 overrated teams in College Football Playoff rankings ft. Miami, Missouri, and more
The College Football Playoff rankings have been released sparking discussions around it as the season nears its conclusion. While the top four teams have remained steady for weeks, upsets in Week 13 have reshuffled the rest of the rankings, created chaos, and raised questions about some teams' positions.
This week’s rankings see Oregon, Ohio State, Texas, Penn, and Notre Dame occupying the top five spots. Following them are Miami, Georgia, Tennessee, SMU, and Indiana.
However, not all these teams seem to justify their current rankings. So, without any further ado, let us take a look at five overrated teams in the latest College Football Playoff rankings.
5 Overrated teams in college football playoff rankings
#1 Miami Hurricanes
The Miami Hurricanes has one of the nation’s most strong offenses, led by Heisman-hopeful quarterback Cam Ward. Their ability to score points is unquestionable, but their defensive shortcomings raise serious concerns.
Against elite competition, Miami’s defense may not hold up, making it difficult for the Hurricanes to keep pace. While the Hurricanes are exciting to watch, their overall performance doesn’t justify their high ranking.
#2 Alabama Crimson Tide
Alabama’s placement in the rankings has sparked controversy. Despite suffering a 24-3 loss to Oklahoma last week, the Crimson Tide only dropped six spots.
Alabama’s resume includes impressive wins over Georgia, South Carolina, and Missouri, but their losses to unranked Vanderbilt and Oklahoma are hard to justify. The defeat against the Sooners was particularly troubling, as Oklahoma hadn’t beaten a Power 4 team since September.
Without a spot in the SEC championship game, Alabama’s final chance to strengthen its case is the Iron Bowl against Auburn
#3 Missouri Tigers
Missouri’s jump in the rankings after a 39-20 win over a struggling Mississippi State team poses some questions. The Tigers have no signature wins and suffered heavy defeats against Texas A&M and Alabama. They have registered a road record that includes losses to ranked teams and narrow wins over weaker opponents like UMass.
Kansas State, for instance, has a similar record but ranks lower despite more impressive road victories against Tulane and Colorado. Missouri’s lack of quality wins and uneven performances make their spot questionable.
#4 Clemson Tigers
Clemson has benefited greatly from recent upsets, climbing five spots after an easy win against an FCS opponent. However, their resume lacks depth. The Tigers’ best win is against Pittsburgh, the only team they have beaten with a winning record.
Clemson’s losses include a 33-21 defeat to unranked Louisville and a loss to Georgia in the season opener. The Tigers have struggled against top-tier teams and benefited from a soft conference schedule.
#5 Notre Dame Fighting Irish
Notre Dame’s only loss this season was to Northern Illinois, but that blemish looms large. While the Fighting Irish have been consistent otherwise, the defeat raises doubts about their ability to handle high-pressure situations.
Their ranking reflects their overall strength, but it’s hard to ignore the potential for another slip-up when the stakes are high.