The part I can't explain is how Washington is in with no controversy. The ACC gets disrespect, but the PAC has always gotten more. I think it's because they will be in the Big 10 next year, so the powers that be want to promote them.
Leading to the conclusion that if FSU had actually followed through with their threat to leave the ACC starting next year, their 2023 team would have a playoff spot, no problem.
This isn't going away. The TV contracts are still going to drive the narratives and the narrative will drive the seeding even when there are 12 seeds.

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