TV ratings could be criteria for automatic College Football Playoff bids, per report

TV Ratings as Criteria for College Football Playoff Bids

According to ESPN's Heather Dinich, TV ratings may become a factor in determining automatic College Football Playoff bids.

The NCAA is considering changes to the College Football Playoff format, following the inaugural 12-team playoff event.

Everyone loved the 12-team playoff, even if ESPN’s coverage of the inaugural event didn’t leave them feeling warm and fuzzy on the inside.

Action Network’s Brett McMurphy reported that conference commissioners would have “in-depth discussions” regarding the structure of the 12-team format, particularly when it comes to seeding.

The eventual National Championship winners, the Ohio State Buckeyes, were a No. seed, highlighting potential issues with the current seeding process.

Autor's resume: TV ratings may influence playoff bids.

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