Not that it is determinative of who will make the Playoff, but because it gives insight into how the Committee is distinguishing between comparable teams. Eye test, margin of victory -- whatever you want to call it -- puts Alabama and Clemson ahead of ND. The ugly wins hurt and they will continue to hurt if ND doesn't stay undefeated. Strength of schedule (quality wins) puts LSU above ND absent conference championship, head-to-head and common opponents.
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