Texas football quarterback Quinn Ewers is optimistic about the Longhorns’ chances of securing a spot in the College Football Playoff following their triumph in the Big 12 Championship Game against Oklahoma State, concluding their tenure in the conference before transitioning to the SEC.
Despite already clinching the Big 12 title, uncertainty looms over whether they will be granted the opportunity to contend for the National Championship.
As Washington secures one spot and Michigan seems poised to claim the other by maintaining an undefeated record (assuming victory against Iowa), Texas finds itself in competition with Georgia, Alabama, and Florida State for the remaining slots.
Post-game, advocates argued that the Longhorns’ decisive victory should merit them a place in the playoffs, citing their consistent performance throughout the season, noteworthy wins, and a lone setback in a close 34-30 defeat to Oklahoma. Notably, star quarterback Quinn Ewers, who missed several games due to injury, played a pivotal role in the team’s success. Texas may gain an advantage if Alabama maintains its lead over Georgia, given that Texas previously defeated the Crimson Tide.
Confident in their deserving candidacy, Ewers, who set a record with 452 passing yards in the Big 12 Championship Game, expressed, “I don’t know how that committee could choose against us,” via Longhorn Network. Former NFL quarterbacks RGIII and Dan Orlovsky echoed this sentiment, endorsing Texas football’s playoff inclusion.
Ultimately, the fate of Texas’ playoff aspirations rests in the hands of the selection committee. Meanwhile, the Longhorns must patiently await their decision while savoring their final Big 12 title triumph.
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