Why because there was more media attention? Because it was at a different time of year? Do you realize how stupid that sounds?
At the end of the day they played twice and split. One win does not count more than the other. This isn't soccer
Because it is the CHAMPIONSHIP GAME that both teams agreed to play.
The stupidest thing here is you arguing it doesn't mean anything.
Bama destroyed them. Want a championship? Don't get destroyed. Not a hard concept.