It is a time-honored perk for college football's national champions to visit the White House and meet the president.

Almost eight months after winning the title, though, Florida State still hasn't met with President Barack Obama. Now, with the college-football season kicking off this week—Florida State opens against Oklahoma State in Arlington, Texas, on Saturday—the Seminoles may become the first nonrepeat champion since 1990 to not make its ceremonial trip.

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