The college football season? Wild ride. Unexpected triumphs, gut-wrenching defeats—honestly, nobody saw half of it coming. Indiana and Miami pulled off shockers, making deep runs toward the National Championship.
Meanwhile, some teams just couldn’t get it together. Fans were left scratching their heads, wondering what went wrong. If you want the full breakdown, check out the article on Fansided.
Notre Dame: A Season of Unfulfilled Promise
Notre Dame kicked things off ranked sixth, brimming with hope. Then they dropped their opener to Miami, who’d go on to play for the title.
That loss stung, but things got worse with a defeat to Texas A&M. The dream season felt like it was slipping away fast.
A String of Easy Wins
Despite the rocky start, Notre Dame pieced together ten straight wins. Let’s be honest, the schedule got soft—USC and Pitt weren’t exactly world-beaters this year.
Still, rolling through those teams wasn’t enough to push them into the College Football Playoff. The wins felt a bit hollow in the end, didn’t they?
The Playoff Snub
As the playoff picture took shape, it was down to Alabama, Notre Dame, and Miami. Some folks argued Notre Dame deserved the nod, but Miami’s conference title sealed it.
Notre Dame’s decision to skip a bowl game left fans frustrated. The season just fizzled out.
Texas Tech: A Season of Uncertainty
The Big 12? Total chaos. Texas Tech somehow ended up representing the conference in the playoff, a throwback to the days of Crabtree and Harrell.
Preseason Predictions
Preseason polls had Utah and Kansas State pegged as favorites. Neither delivered, leaving the door open for Texas Tech’s surprise run.
Kansas State’s Downfall
Kansas State’s season unraveled fast. Losses piled up against Iowa State, Army, Arizona, and Baylor in just six games.
Wins over UCF and North Dakota were about all they could muster. The offense never got in gear, and the stars just didn’t shine.
Oklahoma State: A Historic Low
Oklahoma State hit rock bottom, finishing 1-11. Mike Gundy didn’t survive it—he was let go after a brutal year.
A Season of Losses
The Cowboys opened with a win against UT Martin. After that? Eleven straight losses, including a 63-point disaster against Oregon.
They didn’t win a single Big 12 game. The transfer portal hasn’t exactly been a lifeline, either.
Future Prospects
Rebuilding is the only option now. The Big 12’s tough, but maybe there’s a way back. It’s a long shot, but you never know.
Texas Longhorns: The Arch Manning Era
Expectations were sky-high with Arch Manning on campus. The Manning name alone had fans buzzing.
Early Struggles
The season opener was rough—Manning threw for just 170 yards, a touchdown, and a pick in a loss to Ohio State.
The next few games didn’t do much to silence the doubters. Things just weren’t clicking.
Mid-Season Improvement
He did get better as the season wore on. But a blowout loss to Georgia crushed any playoff dreams.
The Longhorns settled for a Cheez-It Citrus Bowl matchup with Michigan. Not exactly what folks had in mind back in August.
Florida State: From Contenders to Pretenders
Florida State’s collapse was tough to watch. After a 13-1 run, everything just fell apart.
Injury Woes
Quarterback Jordan Travis broke his leg, ending his NFL hopes and the team’s title chase. The Seminoles never found their rhythm after that.
They limped to a disappointing finish, barely resembling last year’s squad.
Coaching and Future
Mike Norvell’s still calling the shots, but the transfer portal hasn’t been kind. There’s a lot of uncertainty heading into next season.
South Carolina: The LaNorris Sellers Saga
LaNorris Sellers was supposed to change everything for South Carolina. Instead, it was a season full of frustration.
Early Setbacks
Sellers went down early against Vanderbilt, and the Gamecocks got thumped 31-7. After that, wins were few and far between.
They managed just two victories over the next nine games. Rough stretch, honestly.
Future Outlook
Sellers is sticking around, hoping things turn. The team’s got a lot to prove next year.
Florida: The Strangest Season
Florida’s schedule was brutal—top-ranked opponents everywhere. Expectations were still high, though.
Highs and Lows
They did notch a big win over Texas. But inconsistency haunted them, and they just couldn’t seize their chances.
Moving Forward
Florida faces a tough road ahead. They’ll have to reassess and rebuild if they want to live up to their own high expectations.
The team has the talent. But there are real challenges to overcome after this season.
For a detailed breakdown of these disappointing seasons, visit the full article on Fansided.
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