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

TV Ratings May Influence College Football Playoff Bids

According to ESPN's Heather Dinich, TV ratings could be 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.

Conference commissioners have been discussing potential changes since the second round of the first-ever 12-team CFP, focusing on seeding and automatic bids.

Author's summary: TV ratings may influence College Football Playoff bids.

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