First off, we unequivocally and categorically dislike the idea of two teams from not only the same conference but the same division within that conference getting into the playoffs. So sorry, Alabama-LSU, Florida State-Clemson, and Ohio State-Michigan proponents, but it's not going to happen. And if it does, our next column after the announcement of such a travesty will be vicious.
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NCAA Fact or Fanatic: The Season Picks Edition, Part 1
This column, we'll concentrate on the ACC, B1G, and Big XII. Part 2 will take a look at the PAC-12 and SEC, a few other schools of interest, and make picks for the Final Four and eventual national champion.
Read More »NCAA Fact or Fanatic: The Curse Edition
In a competitive situation where the psychological aspect of the game is as important as the physical, it's easy for people to fall back on superstition to explain what to them is inexplicable. On the other hand, if we were in your shoes, we absolutely would not say anything negative about Lil B.
Read More »NCAA: Fact or Fanatic – The Preseason Polls Edition
Are college football preseason polls accurate? There are so many places now giving their preseason picks, and they rarely agree on anything.
Read More »NCAA Fact or Fanatic: The Star Rating Edition
Do five-star players really correlate with a team's success? Mean tweets aside, we take a look at the facts.
Read More »NCAA: Fact or Fanatic – The Trash-Talking Edition
Does trash-talking before the game give you an advantage? Don't be too sure.
Read More »NCAA: Fact or Fanatic – SEC Media Days Edition
Are fan truisms really true? We take a look at fan beliefs vs. the facts. Does defense always determine championships? Is the Crimson Tide a sure bet no matter what? And more, in this inaugural column.
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