Former Alabama quarterback AJ McCarron found himself in a tense confrontation with a Florida State fan on a CBS pregame set. The exchange shed light on the escalating conflicts fueled by social media and collegiate rivalries.

Ole Miss coach Lane Kiffin has stirred up the college football world by critiquing Clemson’s schedule and questioning whether the Tigers are a “real” playoff team. His comments have ignited discussions about the competitiveness of college football and the legitimacy of playoff contenders.