The tension around the College Football Playoff bubble took an unexpected turn this week when Texas Longhorns head coach Steve Sarkisian publicly questioned how the Miami Hurricanes closed out its latest 38-7 win against Pittsburgh.

Miami head coach Mario Cristobal did not hesitate to respond to Sarkisian's shot at the Hurricanes. Speaking with Brett McMurphy of On3, he countered Sarkisian’s critique by highlighting both teams’ results against Florida.

“That’s funny. We had one common opponent: Florida dominated Texas 29-21, a team we beat convincingly 26-7. That settles that debate,” said Cristobal.

The Hurricanes, making their case for the CFP picture , defeated Pitts, but it was the final touchdown that sparked controversy. With Miami already up 31-7 and less than a minute

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