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The Joe Pomp Show

#247 College Football's "Meaningless" Bowl Games Aren't Going Anywhere

Jan 3, 2024
Exploring the impact of player transfers and NFL draft opt-outs on bowl games, proposing solutions to address declining fan excitement, discussing the economics and value of certain bowl games to TV networks.
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Quick takeaways

  • Bowl games continue to have strong financial incentives and viewership support despite concerns over player opt-outs.
  • Player opt-outs due to transfer portal and NFL draft prep have led to decreased game quality.

Deep dives

College Football Changes Over Years

College football has undergone significant changes, moving from the BCS era to a 13-person committee and a 14 playoff system, along with introducing the name image and likeness policy and the transfer portal. These changes have been both praised and criticized, leading to discussions about the relevance of bowl games and the impact on student-athletes.

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