FESTIVUS: Group of 5 NOT GOOD for College Football Playoff – Airing of Tennessee Vols Grievances

Описание: Tennessee and college Football fans Festivus-level frustrations as the College Football Playoff committee’s flawed structure comes under fire. Eric Cain pulls no punches, questioning why Group of Five teams like Tulane and James Madison, fresh off lopsided defeats, still earn playoff bids while college football fans miss out on true heavyweight matchups such as Ole Miss vs. Notre Dame or Oregon vs. Vanderbilt. Is it time for a playoff structure overhaul?

Uniform controversies ignite as Noah Taylor shares strong takes on alternate looks and the role of tradition, while the hosts air grievances about NIL chaos, transfer portal madness, and the staggering recruitment spending on balloons. From Rocky Top’s fight song confusion to the spectacle of Pop-Tart Bowl sprinkles, this spirited episode celebrates college sports’ quirkiest moments and sharpest critiques. Get in on the debate as Eric Cain and Noah Taylor take on what’s grinding the gears of Vol Nation and college football faithful everywhere. Happy Festivus!


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