re: 3/6 Schedule Matrix + Permanents

Some teams have more than 1 qualifying rivalry to be made permanent. Tennessee has both Bama and Vandy. Bama has Tenn and Auburn. Auburn has Georgia and Alabama. Georgia has Auburn and Florida. Is this a reach? No.

I like the OP's take with some hesitation. Personal take, is that some programs need certain games to open or retain recruiting areas. USCe needs UGa for this purpose as an example.