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The Debate Over College Football Playoff Rankings

As the college football season progresses, the debate surrounding the selections for the playoffs intensifies, especially with the recent rankings from the committee stirring up strong reactions from fans and analysts alike. Central to this conversation is the inclusion of four Big Ten teams in the top five, raising questions about the metrics used for these rankings, particularly the strength of schedule.

Evaluating Strength of Schedule

The discussion commenced with a focus on Penn State, a team that has won most of its games but suffered a close loss to Ohio State. This raises the question: should the strength of the conference and the quality of the opponents factor more heavily into playoff decisions?