That's actually a much better chance via the 5-win/APR route than I would have thought. Still, the Bears should and will be looking at these next two games as must-wins.
Report at time said presidents approved it. Stated reason is to maintain high level of quality for bowl games, but I suspect the real reason is that the 5-7 teams end up in the worst bowl games that are money-losers for the schools. This rule gives teams an excuse to turn down the bowl buds without pissing off the fans.
So you’re saying we have a chance….
That's actually a much better chance via the 5-win/APR route than I would have thought. Still, the Bears should and will be looking at these next two games as must-wins.
Well the Albany Bowl isn't too bad, looks really fun
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https://sports.yahoo.com/pac-12-passes-new-rule-requiring-6-wins-play-bowl-game-222601329.html
Report at time said presidents approved it. Stated reason is to maintain high level of quality for bowl games, but I suspect the real reason is that the 5-7 teams end up in the worst bowl games that are money-losers for the schools. This rule gives teams an excuse to turn down the bowl buds without pissing off the fans.
Texas is 974 also, not that it matters to Cal. Biggest q
Also known as COVID, eh, Leland? Is Sparty not required to test?
https://www.espn.com/college-football/story/_/id/32726865/sources-michigan-state-affected-flu-outbreak-football-team
Anyone notice the B10 officials in Ohio St./Michigan swallowing their whistles? The inept P12 stripes would be throwing flags all over the yard...