Gift and curse: Byes add a wrinkle of preparation to CFP challenges for programs
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- College Football Playoff programs are grappling with the decision of whether to embrace or avoid a Bye Week, which adds complexity to their preparation strategies.
- This decision is crucial as it impacts teams' readiness and momentum heading into the playoffs, potentially influencing their chances of success in the national championship race.
- The ongoing debate highlights contrasting opinions among teams and fans, particularly as some programs, like James Madison, face exclusion from playoff rankings, intensifying the competition for playoff spots.
— via World Pulse Now AI Editorial System