{"id":920,"date":"2024-12-06T15:36:01","date_gmt":"2024-12-06T15:36:01","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/lastwordonsports.com\/podcasts\/?p=920"},"modified":"2024-12-06T15:36:01","modified_gmt":"2024-12-06T15:36:01","slug":"it-just-means-bonus-episode-crain-talks-cfp-selection","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/lastwordonsports.com\/podcasts\/it-just-means-bonus-episode-crain-talks-cfp-selection\/","title":{"rendered":"It Just Means BONUS EPISODE: Crain Talks CFP Selection"},"content":{"rendered":"<p><a  href=\"https:\/\/www.ticketsmarter.com\/?utm_source=tagsports&amp;utm_medium=tsaff&amp;utm_campaign=referral&amp;utm_content=26018&amp;promo=lwos20\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter wp-image-780\" src=\"https:\/\/lastwordonsports.com\/podcasts\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/32\/2024\/10\/TAGS-NCAA-TicketSmarter-728x90-LWOS20-300x37.png\" alt=\"Use code LWOS20 for $20 off your purchase of $300 or more.\" width=\"728\" height=\"90\" srcset=\"https:\/\/lastwordonsports.com\/podcasts\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/32\/2024\/10\/TAGS-NCAA-TicketSmarter-728x90-LWOS20-300x37.png 300w, https:\/\/lastwordonsports.com\/podcasts\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/32\/2024\/10\/TAGS-NCAA-TicketSmarter-728x90-LWOS20.png 728w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 728px) 100vw, 728px\" \/><\/a><br \/>\nAs the SEC and other power conferences get ready for their respective championship games this week, the eyes of the college football world will focus on the folks responsible for selecting the 12 teams for this year&#8217;s College Football Playoff. In <a href=\"http:\/\/lastwordonsports.com\/podcasts\" target=\"_self\">this bonus episode<\/a> of <em>It Just Means More Football and Coffee<\/em>, host <a  href=\"http:\/\/twitter.com\/RobWilliamsGCP\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">Rob Williams<\/a> is joined by <a  href=\"http:\/\/twitter.com\/JakeCrain_\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">Jake Crain<\/a> from Crain and Co. to dissect the current playoff system and explore potential solutions for a more balanced approach to the CFP.<\/p>\n<h2>Could The CFP Rules Lead To A Super League?<\/h2>\n<p>The discussion kicks off with an examination of the inconsistencies plaguing the current CFP selection process. Jake highlights the subjective nature of the rankings and argues for a blend of subjectivity and objectivity. He proposes a formula that incorporates strength of schedule, win-loss records, scoring margins, and a objective committee to ensure a fairer system. This approach, he believes, would eliminate the biases and conspiracy theories that currently overshadow the playoff selection process.<\/p>\n<p>As the conversation unfolds, Rob and Jake delve into the idea of a super league, a concept that has been gaining traction among college football enthusiasts. They discuss the potential benefits of a super league, including clear-cut rules and guidelines that mirror the NFL model. This shift, they argue, could bring much-needed parity to the sport and ensure that the best teams truly compete at the highest level.<\/p>\n<h2>Penn State A Dark Horse In The Playoff?<\/h2>\n<p>Jake also shares his thoughts on the upcoming championship games, identifying Penn State as a potential dark horse. He emphasizes the importance of confidence and creativity in gameplay, suggesting that Penn State&#8217;s performance against Oregon could be a pivotal moment in their season.<\/p>\n<p>As the first-ever 12-team College Football Playoff approaches, the stakes have never been higher. Tune in to this episode of &#8220;It Just Means More Football and Coffee&#8221; to hear Rob Williams and Jake Crain&#8217;s insights on the future of college football and the power dynamics at play.<\/p>\n<h2>Listen To This Bonus Episode Of <em>It Just Means More Football And Coffee<\/em>!<\/h2>\n<p><iframe loading=\"lazy\" src=\"https:\/\/widget.spreaker.com\/player?episode_id=63188451&amp;theme=light&amp;chapters-image=true\" width=\"100%\" height=\"200px\" frameborder=\"0\"><\/iframe><\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>As the SEC and other power conferences get ready for their respective championship games this week, the eyes of the college football world will focus on the folks responsible for selecting the 12 teams for this year&#8217;s College Football Playoff. 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