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FBI notified about threats toward CFP members after FSU exclusion

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HOUSTON, Texas -- Executive director Bill Hancock said the College Football Playoff has contacted the FBI in response to threats he said has been directed at himself, CFP staff members and selection committee members following this year's controversial exclusion of undefeated ACC champion Florida State.

Hancock declined to say specifically what the CFP has done to protect committee members and staff, but said it has "taken steps" since Selection Day on Dec. 3.

"We've stayed ahead of it," Hancock said following the CFP's annual meeting prior to Monday night's national championship game between No.