Expanded College Football Playoff's unintended consequence: Rivalry games don't matter
Briefly

Ohio State's postseason success is undermining the importance of traditional rivalries as fans and teams realize multiple losses don't eliminate playoff hopes.
In the past, losing to Michigan was a definitive setback in college football, but that perception is fading as teams like Ohio State continue to advance.
With the soon expansion of the College Football Playoff, fans must recalibrate what truly matters, as rivalry games lose significance in a new competitive landscape.
The emotional roller coaster that Ohio State fans experience post-Michigan loss reflects the changing dynamics in college football, where previous customs are being challenged.
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