Notre Dame Opts Out of Bowl Game After CFP Snub
Written by Site Hub on December 8, 2025
Notre Dame declined an invitation to the Pop-Tarts Bowl after being left out of the College Football Playoff despite a 10–2 season and a ten-game win streak. The team fell in rankings without playing, ultimately edged out by Miami, who beat them early in the season. Athletic Director Pete Bevacqua expressed frustration, calling the selection process emotionally damaging for student-athletes. The school’s decision has sparked debate over the relevance of non-playoff bowl games and the fairness of CFP rankings. While other teams were penalized for opting out, Notre Dame, not being a full ACC member, avoided such fines. The Irish’s exclusion and the CFP committee’s rationale—favoring strength of schedule and head-to-head results—prompted further scrutiny from other schools.
Source: AP News
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