SEC Scheduling Debate Intensifies Amid College Football Playoff Exclusions and Future Changes

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Greg Byrne expressed frustration over Alabama's exclusion from the playoffs.
Kirby Smart highlighted the importance of rest after a challenging season.
Greg Sankey stated the SEC is the most-watched college football conference.
Joe Castiglione emphasized the need for quality games in college football.
The SEC will have an eight-game schedule next season, with future changes possible.
Attendance and revenue sharing concerns are impacting SEC scheduling decisions.

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New Developments in College Football Playoff System

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The first postseason features a 12-team College Football Playoff.
Commissioners Tony Petitti and Greg Sankey address playoff flaws.
Seeding issue arises as conference champions must be top four seeds.
Oregon's coach Dan Lanning: “Winning a national championship isn’t supposed to be easy.”
Proposed changes to eliminate conference champion requirement for top seeds.
Upcoming game: SMU vs. Penn State on December 21, 2024.
Betting odds favor Penn State at -350.

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