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ESPN’s Paul Finebaum Announces $9M Head Coach’s Team “Have No Business” Being in the CFP If It Loses to ACC Opponent

Published by EssentiallySports on November 3, 2026 at 2:01 PM ET

Notre Dame’s playoff hopes are heading into a crucial test as the Fighting Irish prepare to face an unbeaten Miami team. After missing the 12-team College Football Playoff last season, Marcus Freeman’s team now faces another opportunity to strengthen its case for a place in the field.

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