"I think college football has the most exciting regular season of any sport because there is not a playoff system. The whole season is a playoff system. I don't want a playoff system." |
- Georgia Coach Mark Richt |
The addition of the recent new bowl games has provided opportunities for more schools, communities and fans to participate in the unforgettable bowl experience.
Bowl games bring a measure of importance to the regular season not seen in other sports. No other intercollegiate sport plays as few regular season games as football, and every game is critical.
There are 32 college bowls that allow participation by 64 teams or nearly 50% of all the eligible schools. Players travel to interesting venues, take part in unique experiences, receive national exposure and are treated as if they are all national champions.
Fans get to "vacation" with their favorite team in a fun and often unique destination. Universities have a focal point to rally their fans, and build relationships with alumni and supporters.
With a playoff, virtually all of this is lost for all but a few teams. In addition, and maybe even more important to the overall game, the regular season would be undermined.
The bottom line is that bowl games are college football. The pageantry, tradition and excitement are unmistakable and irreplaceable.
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