The difference between Virginia Tech and Tennessee in the strength of schedule department is 2.04 points, a significant number when it comes to calculating the BCS standings. If the Hokies had the 50th hardest schedule, they'd be ahead of Tennessee. In the man vs. machine argument, this scenario is one BCS critics and playoff proponents have been pointing to since the BCS' inception. There is no clear-cut No. 2 team to fill the remaining spot in the Sugar Bowl. Florida State, if it wins the rest of its games, is in.
Many teams present a strong case.
Virginia Tech, unbeaten. Tennessee, loser of just one game. Kansas State, unbeaten. There could be five, six teams making an argument to play in the Sugar Bowl, yet just two will actually be invited. I know I can't.