Nov 2, 2024; Tallahassee, Florida, USA; North Carolina Tarheels running back Omarian Hampton (28) runs a shovel pass for a touchdown against the Florida State Seminoles during the fourth quarter at Doak S. Campbell Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Robert Myers-Imagn Images / Robert Myers-Imagn Images

While the Irish could find themselves in a spot where they host a first-round playoff game if they win out and other teams above them drop in the rankings, the Irish are unable to qualify for a bye to the quarterfinals since they do not play in a Power Four conference.