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Nick Saban, Kirk Herbstreit in Agreement on 1 CFP Change That Needs to Happen

Nick Saban, Kirk Herbstreit in Agreement on 1 CFP Change That Needs to Happen

Summary

College football experts Nick Saban and Kirk Herbstreit agree that the weekly College Football Playoff (CFP) rankings should be eliminated until all season data, like conference championships, are available. They believe the current system creates unnecessary confusion. The 12-team CFP system is in its second season and has brought increased attention to college football despite its flaws.

Key Facts

  • Nick Saban and Kirk Herbstreit both think the weekly CFP rankings should be removed.
  • Herbstreit suggests waiting until all season data is in before releasing rankings.
  • The College Football Playoff now has 12 teams.
  • The CFP selection committee releases rankings weekly starting midway through the season.
  • The current system is seen as complicated and often criticized.
  • The CFP system still attracts a lot of attention to college football.

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