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Urban Meyer Urges NCAA to Make Massive Change to College Football

Urban Meyer Urges NCAA to Make Massive Change to College Football

Summary

The College Football Playoff committee has released new team rankings, creating debate about which teams should qualify for the playoffs. Urban Meyer, a well-known football coach, suggested that the NCAA should change how playoff teams are decided, arguing that the current ranking system has flaws.

Key Facts

  • The College Football Playoff committee's latest rankings influence which teams enter the playoffs.
  • Key games include Georgia vs. Alabama and Texas Tech vs. BYU.
  • Losing teams could be affected differently; Alabama might not be penalized as much for a loss, sparking controversy.
  • The current system gives automatic playoff spots to top-ranked conference champions.
  • Urban Meyer suggests removing the committee to improve how teams are selected.
  • Concerns exist that harsh penalties for losing tough games might discourage teams from scheduling challenging opponents.

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