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Originally Posted by Clever_Iggy
I'm in the camp that a playoff system would, in time, have just as many problems and complaints as the existing system. Ultimately, however, so long as the Bowl traditions aren't disturbed, I can live with it.
I do believe that the playoff argument will never get off the ground. There are too many other forces that want to keep things the way it is. No matter how many times stupid ESPN anchors bring up the playoff system, it's not going to change - the system makes too much money as it is, the Universities can cloak themselves in tradition, academics (opposing a longer season), existing contracts, etc... and ultimately, fans are still clamoring to watch.
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That argument always cracks me up as much of the time the PO would be happening the students arent even in class....and BBall teams are playing all along that time as well.
And I have a feeling that although the bowl system is a cash cow...if you could get a PO system instituted you would see way more money...eventually.
I still think congress will be looking at this sytem at some point under anti-trust issues and will not be surprised should they determine it an unfair business practice afterwards. Thats why the NCAA should be exploring this all right now and avoid it all.