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Vanderbilt's Diego Pavia Proposes Major Change After Missing CFP

Vanderbilt's Diego Pavia Proposes Major Change After Missing CFP

Summary

Vanderbilt University quarterback Diego Pavia suggested that the College Football Playoff (CFP) system change to a 16-team format with play-in games. These additions could better determine the best teams for the playoffs and ensure top matchups. Vanderbilt missed out on the playoffs despite a strong season, winning ten games.

Key Facts

  • Vanderbilt was the only team in the SEC with ten wins that did not make the College Football Playoff.
  • Criticism arose over the inclusion of teams outside major conferences and changes in playoff rankings.
  • Diego Pavia proposed expanding the CFP to 16 teams with play-in games.
  • Play-in games are already used in the NBA and NCAA basketball tournaments.
  • Under Pavia's proposal, Vanderbilt and teams like Notre Dame, Texas, and BYU would have qualified for the playoffs.
  • Vanderbilt is focused on its upcoming game in the ReliaQuest Bowl against Iowa.
  • A win in the ReliaQuest Bowl would give Vanderbilt its first ever 11-win season.
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