The inaugural on-campus playoff games showed home teams dominating, resulting in scores of 145 to 68. While the atmosphere was great, the one-sided games made for poor television.
The four playoff winners had greater talent, especially at the line of scrimmage. Despite potential CFP expansion, only a few teams possess the talent needed to go far.
There were no competitive fourth quarters in the playoffs, reflecting a trend of one-sided matchups. Blowouts, while not new in playoffs, are particularly damaging for college football's television appeal.
CFP management is looking into adjustments for 2026, with a new ESPN deal poised to generate $1.3 billion annually, seeking to enhance competition and excitement.
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