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Alabama head coach Kalen DeBoer recently addressed comments made by Miami Hurricanes quarterback Cam Ward, who criticized the College Football Playoff (CFP) committee for ranking Alabama above Miami in the 2024 season. Ward questioned the committee’s decision, suggesting that Miami faced tougher defenses than those in the SEC and implying that the committee did not thoroughly review game tapes.
DeBoer responded by defending Alabama’s schedule and performance, highlighting the team’s strength of schedule and success against top-ranked opponents. He emphasized that Alabama’s inclusion in the CFP was justified and subtly suggested that Ward’s remarks were unfounded. DeBoer also pointed out that the SEC’s competitive environment prepares teams well for postseason challenges, indirectly addressing Ward’s critique of SEC defenses.
This exchange underscores the ongoing debates surrounding the CFP selection process and the criteria used to evaluate team performances across different conferences.
