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sports1 year ago

Oregon's CFP Seeding Sparks Debate Amid Playoff Paths

The expanded 12-team College Football Playoff has been successful in engaging more teams and fans, but it faces criticism for its seeding process. The current format prioritizes conference champions for top seeds, leading to unbalanced brackets where top-ranked teams like Oregon face tougher paths. Critics suggest solutions like eliminating the conference champion requirement for top seeds, re-seeding after the first round, or expanding the bracket to 14 teams. These changes aim to ensure fairer paths for top-ranked teams and simplify the format for fans.

via NBC Sports|
#collegefootballplayoff#conferencechampions#oregon
sports1 year ago

Analyzing College Football Playoff Paths and Predictions

The upcoming 12-team College Football Playoff features varied paths to the national championship, with top seeds like Oregon and Georgia receiving first-round byes, while others face tougher roads. Penn State has a favorable start against SMU, while Tennessee faces a challenging path starting with Ohio State. The rankings consider each team's potential matchups and the difficulty of their playoff journey.

via CBS Sports|
#collegefootballplayoff#georgia#oregon
sports1 year ago

Oregon Faces Setback Before Playoff, McElroy Suggests Solution

College football analyst Greg McElroy criticized the structure of the 12-team College Football Playoff, arguing that the current system unfairly disadvantages top-seeded teams like Oregon, despite their undefeated status. McElroy suggests eliminating first-round byes for conference champions, as lower-seeded teams like Penn State may face easier paths. He proposes a straightforward 1-12 seeding system, though acknowledges potential biases in the selection process.

via Athlon Sports|
#collegefootballplayoff#gregmcelroy#oregonducks
sports1 year ago

Indiana vs. Notre Dame: A High-Stakes Clash in the CFP

Indiana coach Curt Cignetti has led a remarkable turnaround for the Hoosiers, taking them to the College Football Playoff where they will face Notre Dame. Despite being underdogs, Cignetti's experience and the team's chip-on-the-shoulder mentality have made them a formidable opponent. Indiana's success this season is attributed to strategic use of the transfer portal and a strong mental game, as they prepare to challenge the storied Notre Dame program.

via CBS Sports|
#collegefootballplayoff#curtcignetti#indianahoosiers
sports1 year ago

College Football Playoff: Early Picks and Persistent Challenges

The first 12-team College Football Playoff bracket has been released, with Texas Longhorns facing Clemson Tigers in the first round. Texas is favored by 11 points. In NFL Week 15, the Los Angeles Rams play the San Francisco 49ers, while the Pittsburgh Steelers face the Philadelphia Eagles in a key matchup. Betting experts suggest taking the under on the Steelers-Eagles game and consider Clemson to cover the spread against Texas. The article provides early betting insights for both college football and NFL games.

via ESPN|
#bettingodds#clemsontigers#collegefootballplayoff
sports1 year ago

Alabama's CFP Snub Sparks Debate Over Strength of Schedule

Alabama's athletic director Greg Byrne expressed disappointment over the College Football Playoff committee's decision to exclude the Crimson Tide from the 12-team field, despite their challenging schedule. Alabama, ranked 11th, was left out in favor of No. 10 SMU, which secured the final at-large bid. Byrne plans to reassess Alabama's non-conference scheduling strategy. Meanwhile, Ole Miss coach Lane Kiffin criticized the committee's emphasis on strength of schedule, questioning the decision to include SMU over Alabama. Alabama will now face Michigan in the ReliaQuest Bowl.

via On3|
#alabama#collegefootballplayoff#gregbyrne
sports1 year ago

2024-25 College Football Playoff: Schedule and Broadcast Details

The 2024-25 College Football Playoff will feature a new 12-team format, with games scheduled from December 20, 2024, to January 20, 2025. The first round begins on December 20-21, followed by quarterfinals on December 31-January 1, semifinals on January 9-10, and the National Championship on January 20 in Atlanta. This marks the first year of the expanded playoff system, transitioning from the previous four-team format.

via NCAA.com|
#cfp2024#collegefootballplayoff#footballschedule
sports1 year ago

SMU Edges Out Alabama for College Football Playoff Spot

In a surprising decision, SMU was selected over Alabama for the expanded College Football Playoff, despite Alabama's victory over SEC champion Georgia. Alabama's exclusion was due to its three losses, including defeats to Vanderbilt and Oklahoma, while SMU's losses were narrow defeats to BYU and Clemson. The playoff features Oregon as the top seed, followed by Georgia, Boise State, and Arizona State, with Texas hosting Clemson in the opening round.

via New York Post |
#acc#alabama#collegefootballplayoff
sports1 year ago

Texas Longhorns to Face Clemson in College Football Playoff Opener

The Texas Longhorns, after an 11-1 season and a narrow loss to Georgia in the SEC Championship, have been seeded No. 5 in the College Football Playoff. They will host the No. 12 seed Clemson Tigers at Darrell K Royal-Texas Memorial Stadium on December 21. This marks Texas's second consecutive playoff appearance, facilitated by the expanded 12-team format. Clemson secured their spot with a dramatic ACC Championship win over SMU. The winner will advance to face No. 4 seed Arizona State in the Peach Bowl.

via Burnt Orange Nation|
#clemsontigers#collegefootballplayoff#playoffexpansion
sports1 year ago

Experts Predict 12-Team College Football Playoff Bracket Ahead of Final Rankings

ESPN has projected the 12-team College Football Playoff field following the conference championship weekend, with Oregon, Georgia, Boise State, and Arizona State expected to receive byes. Oregon is predicted to secure the top seed after an undefeated season and a Big Ten Championship win. Georgia, despite losing their starting QB, is projected to rise to the second spot. Clemson clinched a playoff spot as ACC Champions, while Texas and SMU are also expected to make the playoffs despite recent losses. Alabama and Miami are the first two teams out of the playoff contention.

via On3.com|
#clemson#collegefootballplayoff#espn
sports1 year ago

Oregon Triumphs Over Penn State to Claim Big Ten Title

No. 1 Oregon defeated No. 3 Penn State 45-37 in the Big Ten championship game, securing a first-round bye in the College Football Playoff. The victory capped Oregon's unbeaten season in their first Big Ten campaign, with national coverage highlighting their potential for a historic playoff run. Despite a strong performance, Penn State fell short, with discussions focusing on their missed opportunities and future playoff potential.

via OregonLive|
#bigtenchampionship#collegefootballplayoff#drewallar
sports1 year ago

Kirby Smart Updates Carson Beck's Injury Status

Georgia's quarterback Carson Beck suffered an upper extremity injury during the SEC Championship game against Texas, raising concerns about his availability for the College Football Playoff. Coach Kirby Smart reported that Beck struggled with grip strength, necessitating an MRI to assess the injury's severity. Despite this, Beck briefly returned to the game, indicating some improvement. Georgia hopes the time off until New Year's Day will allow Beck to recover fully, as his presence is crucial for their National Championship aspirations.

via Dawn of the Dawg|
#carsonbeck#collegefootballplayoff#georgiafootball
sports1 year ago

College Football Playoff: Final Projections and Key Questions Ahead of Bracket Reveal

The College Football Playoff has expanded to 12 teams, with the top four seeds going to the highest-ranked conference champions. Oregon secured the No. 1 seed after defeating Penn State in the Big Ten championship. Alabama, despite earlier setbacks, is likely to secure an at-large bid, while Notre Dame is expected to be the top at-large seed. The opening round features notable matchups, including Texas vs. Alabama, with games played on campus before moving to bowl sites for the quarterfinals.

via New York Post |
#alabama#collegefootballplayoff#notredame
sports1 year ago

Backup QB Leads Georgia to SEC Championship Victory Over Texas

Backup quarterback Gunner Stockton led the Georgia Bulldogs to a 22-19 overtime victory over Texas in the SEC Championship after starter Carson Beck was injured. This win secured Georgia a first-round bye in the College Football Playoff. Despite Texas dominating early, penalties and turnovers hindered their performance. Stockton's unexpected heroics and a strategic fake punt were pivotal in Georgia's win, marking their third SEC title under coach Kirby Smart.

via New York Post |
#carsonbeck#collegefootballplayoff#georgiabulldogs
sports1 year ago

Saturday Night Sparks New College Football Playoff Debate

The Georgia Bulldogs secured a spot in the College Football Playoff after defeating the Texas Longhorns in the SEC Championship, despite losing starting quarterback Carson Beck to injury. This has sparked controversy reminiscent of last year's Florida State situation, where the Seminoles were excluded from the playoffs due to their quarterback's injury. Fans are debating whether Georgia should face similar exclusion, given the precedent set with Florida State. The College Football Playoff selection show will reveal the final decisions for the new 12-team format.

via Athlon Sports|
#carsonbeck#collegefootballplayoff#floridastatecontroversy