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Miami bidding to be 3rd largest underdog to win title in BCS or College Football Playoff era
- Miami is an 8½-point underdog to Indiana, highlighting the odds against the Hurricanes in a potential title run.
- Only two larger underdogs have won title games since 1998, underscoring Miami’s tough path.
- Miami has been a successful underdog this season, going 3-0 straight-up as an underdog.
- The Hurricanes won a season-opening upset of Notre Dame as a 3-point underdog, illustrating resilience.
- Indiana has been favored in most games this season, reflecting confidence in the program.
- Largest title game spreads since 1998 show heavy favorites, shaping Miami’s strategy.
- The article notes the last underdog to win the title was Clemson in 2018.
- Favorites in title games have often won and covered since 2019, affecting Miami’s odds.
- Miami’s playoff journey is contextualized within the broader BCS/Playoff era dynamics.
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