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sports1 year ago

Top Players Gear Up for Michigan vs. Alabama Showdown in ReliaQuest Bowl

Several key players from Michigan and Alabama are expected to opt out of the ReliaQuest Bowl, including Michigan's Mason Graham, Will Johnson, and Donovan Edwards, as they prepare for the NFL Draft or recover from injuries. Michigan's head coach Sherrone Moore acknowledges the potential for opt-outs, while Alabama's coach Kalen DeBoer anticipates most of his players will participate. The game will provide opportunities for younger players due to opt-outs and transfers.

via Maize n Brew|
#alabamacrimsontide#collegefootball#michiganwolverines
sports2 years ago

"Kirby Smart Advocates for College Football Postseason Overhaul Following Georgia's Dominant Bowl Victory"

The article discusses the need for reforms in college football's bowl season to address issues like player opt-outs and uncompetitive matchups, as highlighted by Georgia coach Kirby Smart. Five potential solutions are proposed: embracing the silliness of bowl games, allowing direct payment to players for bowl participation, abandoning conference affiliations for better matchups, eliminating the early signing period to reduce coaching chaos, and reframing the narrative around college football to appreciate achievements beyond the national championship. The overarching message is to enjoy the bowl games as exhibitions and celebrate the sport's various successes.

via The Athletic|
##bowlseason#cfpexpansion
sports2 years ago

"Iowa and Tennessee Gear Up for Strategic Showdown in the Cheez-It Citrus Bowl"

The Cheez-It Citrus Bowl featuring Iowa against Tennessee is being played despite numerous player opt-outs and transfers, particularly affecting the Tennessee team. This phenomenon is not unique to this game, as many bowl games outside the national playoffs are seeing key players forgo participation to prepare for the NFL or due to transfers. While some argue these games are less meaningful, the players on the field continue to compete with passion and talent. Iowa, with a more complete roster, is expected to have a good chance at an upset win, even though they are not facing the full-strength Tennessee team.

via The Gazette|
##bowlgames#collegefootball
sports2 years ago

Georgia Bulldozes Shorthanded FSU in Record-Setting 63-3 Orange Bowl Victory

The University of Georgia Bulldogs triumphed over the Florida State Seminoles with a historic 63-3 victory in the Orange Bowl. The Seminoles, having been excluded from the College Football Playoff despite an undefeated season, were missing a significant number of starters due to opt-outs, transfers, and injuries. This loss, with a depleted FSU team, does not validate the decision to leave them out of the playoffs, as the game was not a true measure of the team's capabilities. Georgia dominated in all stats, setting a record for the largest margin in bowl game history.

via Tomahawk Nation|
##cfp#collegefootball
sports2 years ago

"Orange Bowl Showdown: Live Stream, Score Updates, and FSU Opt-Outs for Georgia vs. Florida State Clash"

The Florida State Seminoles face a challenging game against the Georgia Bulldogs with over 20 players unavailable due to a combination of NFL Draft declarations, transfers, and injuries. Key players like quarterbacks Jordan Travis and Tate Rodemaker, running back Trey Benson, and defensive end Jared Verse are among those not participating. Despite the depleted roster, fans are encouraged to join live game threads to support the team. Florida State is considered a significant underdog in this matchup, with betting lines suggesting a 21.5-point advantage for Georgia.

via Tomahawk Nation|
##collegefootball#floridastateseminoles
sports2 years ago

Ohio State Reckons with Quarterback Dilemma and Fan Criticism After Cotton Bowl Defeat

Michigan defensive lineman Kris Jenkins expressed mixed feelings about Ohio State's poor performance in the Cotton Bowl, where they lost to Missouri 14-3. Despite the rivalry, Jenkins found it tough to watch, especially given Ohio State's absence of key players like Heisman finalist Marvin Harrison Jr. and others due to injuries and opt-outs. Jenkins also commented on the trend of players opting out of bowl games, suggesting that teams shouldn't be judged too harshly for bowl game performances under these circumstances. He anticipates that the expansion of the playoff to 12 teams will likely keep potential NFL draftees playing in more significant postseason games.

via ESPN|
##collegefootball#cottonbowl