Upsets Aside, The College Football Playoff Is Going According To Plan | Defector
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This season's inaugural college football tournament demonstrated that top seedings mattered little; traditional powerhouses emerged victorious, reinforcing regional roots over underdogs.
In its first attempt at a proper tournament, this quintessentially conservative sport reaffirmed its preference for familiar names, as powerhouse schools dominated the early rounds.
The first round of games was decided by an average margin of two and a half touchdowns, highlighting the expected outcomes and dominance of established programs.
Notre Dame's victory over Georgia showcased the team's resurgence under Marcus Freeman, whose leadership is compared to the legendary Knute Rockne.
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