I believe a minimum of 6 teams are required for an auto bid. If Michigan did leave the league would be left with 6 teams (MN, Michigan State, Penn State, Wisconsin, Ohio State, Notre Dame). This
1. You’re correct the season isn’t over. UND could win two playoff games and I could win the lottery, don’t see either happening.
2. No question. Whose fault is that?
3. Unfortunately this is probably true. Most likely another repeat season next year. Can’t wait to see it .
If Tommy is back I would expect to see some of the other QBs transfer. No way you let him come back for a fifth year. That would make as much sense as extending Bubba.