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Did the networks have anything to do with the decision?
Posted on 12/3/23 at 1:33 pm
Posted on 12/3/23 at 1:33 pm
It’s pretty obvious that CBS, ESPN, and any other networks would rather not have a 3rd string QB messing up their ratings.
So my question is, did they meddle with this decision and if so, how? Does anyone oversee the playoff committee?
FWIW, I’m not saying Alabama isn’t better than FSU, but how TH can you not include an undefeated power 5 team and say it’s not for ratings?
If we want to talk about which team is better and who “should” beat who, most people thought Bama would stomp Texas last year and beat them this year, but neither happened. Most people thought Oregon would beat Washington in a rematch, but it didn’t happen.
So my question is, did they meddle with this decision and if so, how? Does anyone oversee the playoff committee?
FWIW, I’m not saying Alabama isn’t better than FSU, but how TH can you not include an undefeated power 5 team and say it’s not for ratings?
If we want to talk about which team is better and who “should” beat who, most people thought Bama would stomp Texas last year and beat them this year, but neither happened. Most people thought Oregon would beat Washington in a rematch, but it didn’t happen.
This post was edited on 12/3/23 at 1:36 pm
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Posted on 12/3/23 at 1:34 pm to 304tiger
Posted on 12/3/23 at 1:34 pm to 304tiger
Wouldn’t including a team like FSU be *better* for the ratings? I thought the whole thing was “Bama fatigue” ruining the sport and ratings?
This post was edited on 12/3/23 at 1:35 pm
Posted on 12/3/23 at 1:37 pm to TouchdownAlabama
Including a team with a 3rd string QB would be bad for ratings… also, this will be the first time Bama and Michigan have played with their current big brand coaches. It will be a big watch.
Posted on 12/3/23 at 1:38 pm to 304tiger
For the umpteenth time: The third string wasn’t going to play on New Years Day!
Posted on 12/3/23 at 1:40 pm to 304tiger
Espn own sec network. They control 75% of the cfb media. If it's going to hurt their product long term then they will pull strings. If the committee really even votes. Espn was making excuses for Bama before they even announced. So obviously there is bias.
Their only argument was FSU has a player injured and the sec hasn't been left out before. Nothing about why this Bama team deserved to be in.
Their only argument was FSU has a player injured and the sec hasn't been left out before. Nothing about why this Bama team deserved to be in.
This post was edited on 12/3/23 at 1:42 pm
Posted on 12/3/23 at 1:43 pm to 304tiger
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but how TH can you not include an undefeated power 5 team and say it’s not for ratings?
For the same reason NBC decided to enter into another contract with Notre Dame.
Does anyone expect Notre Dame to be ranked lower than 12 starting next season with the implementation of a 12 slot playoff system?
Posted on 12/3/23 at 1:45 pm to TouchdownAlabama
Im not watching that shite
Posted on 12/3/23 at 1:55 pm to Chip82
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Espn owns sec network.
I'm going to miss some aspects of CBS broadcasts.
Upon leaving, CBS was honest about the tainted officiating in the SECCG. Their "play of the game" included two plays and showed the ball on the ground on the 4th down play.
An obvious parting shot.
Posted on 12/3/23 at 2:01 pm to TouchdownAlabama
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Wouldn’t including a team like FSU be *better* for the ratings? I thought the whole thing was “Bama fatigue” ruining the sport and ratings?
I'll eat my crow, I didn't think the gumps would win and I don't think they should have been put in over FSU.
But as far as network ratings, FSU fans travel, they have a big fanbase throughout Florida and the southeast, and they have the "Cinderella" season/adversity angle. I don't think it was a ratings call. But now that crow is eaten, FSU got fricked over in major fashion and I hope Michigan steps up. We will see.
Larger team playoff cant get here fast enough.
Posted on 12/3/23 at 2:06 pm to Chip82
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I'm going to miss some aspects of CBS broadcasts.
Upon leaving, CBS was honest about the tainted officiating in the SECCG. Their "play of the game" included two plays and showed the ball on the ground on the 4th down play.
An obvious parting shot.
Gary D has to meet his maker soon, so he's been pointing out the obvious lately...
Posted on 12/3/23 at 2:06 pm to Rabern57
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Nothing about why this Bama team deserved to be in.
Beating the number one team in the country to win the toughest conference championship is pretty self evident.
Posted on 12/3/23 at 2:07 pm to 304tiger
Of course, they don't want blowouts.
Posted on 12/3/23 at 2:08 pm to Tideroller
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Beating the number one team in the country
Did they though? Bama cheated to convert that 4th down.
Was not a catch.
Posted on 12/3/23 at 2:13 pm to The Baker
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Was not a catch.
Huh?
Posted on 12/3/23 at 2:18 pm to 304tiger
Earth to morons…FSU won’t be playing their third string QB in the bowl game.
Posted on 12/3/23 at 2:26 pm to Rabern57
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Nothing about why this Bama team deserved to be in.
conference champs? Beat #1?
Some things are obvious to even an average IQ. Sadly, it skipped by you.
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