A Primer on College Football Playoffs

A Primer on College Football Playoffs

Division I college football is entering a new era as a four-team playoff system will determine the national champion from now until the 2025 season. Unlike the BCS days, which relied on computer rankings and polls to select participants, a committee of 13 experts will select the four-teams through a multitude of factors to include strength of schedule, head-to-head results, comparison of results against common opponents, and championships won.* This new postseason will still preserve college football’s rich bowl...

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Who Can Prevent Jameis Winston From Winning A Second Heisman?

Who Can Prevent Jameis Winston From Winning A Second Heisman?

Last season, many people were surprised to see just how dominant of the quarterback Jameis Winston was as a redshirt freshman. Not only did he take over as a starter for the Florida State Seminoles, but he was able to lead them to a perfect season and the national spotlight. He was rewarded with the highest honor individually as he was named the Heisman Trophy winner in 2013. With a strong cast coming back to support him, many see...

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Notre Dame looking to Under Armour

Notre Dame looking to Under Armour

News is circulating around South Bend that Notre Dame is switching from Adidas to Under Armour.  One of the most recognized brands in all of college sports will not renew its Adidas contract after 16 years.  The Irish are looking for a new image for its sports teams.  Under Armour is known for its creative on-field appearance (look no further than Maryland) so if Notre Dame is looking for some change in their supplier they have certainly picked the...

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Tim Tebow Returns to College Football

Tim Tebow Returns to College Football

Ex-Florida Gator quarterback Tim Tebow is returning to college football as a studio analyst for the SEC Network.  The two time BCS and SEC champ and Heisman Trophy winner will make his broadcast debut on Jan. 6 during the 2014 VIZIO BCS National Championship game.  Tebow is expected to be an analyst for SEC Nation (debuting August 28, 2014), a pre-game show that will travel through the SEC conference and air with live coverage prior to each week’s games....

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Military Bowl: Marshall vs. Maryland

Military Bowl: Marshall vs. Maryland

Marshall (9-4) vs. Maryland (7-5) Dec. 27, 2:30 p.m. ET (ESPN). Line: Marshall by -2.5; O/U 62. Series Record: 0-0, first meeting. The Maryland Terrapins (7-5, 3-5 ACC) started the season strong with a four game winning streak that was snapped by a dominating Florida State squad in early October.  Maryland then suffered a mid-season collapse dropping four of five games but closed out the season with two big wins against Virginia Tech and N.C. State going 7-5 earning...

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2013 Bowl Gifts

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2013 Bowl Gifts

During the bowl season, the NCAA allows for players to receive up to $550 worth of high-end gifts and swag. Moreover, participating schools can purchase additional gift packages to distribute to players beyond the NCAA 125 participation limit.  Players can also receive up to $400 worth of awards and accolades for post-season play. Thanks to the folks over at SportsBusinessDaily.com, they put together a list itemizing what players will receive for participating in this season’s bowl games.   Bowl...

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The BCS Finale Kicks-Off Saturday

For all the BCS naysayers, this is the final rendition of the much controversial and sometimes maligned bowl championship system as the NCAA is turning to a four team playoff next year.  This year’s national championship game will feature Florida State versus Auburn.  The ACC versus the SEC.  It’s only fitting that these two conferences represent the final straw as they also took part in the first ever BCS national championship game.  But before we get to the much anticipated...

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