"Worst Idea Ever": Big Ten Facing Backlash for Reported College Football Playoff Idea originally appeared on Athlon Sports. The College Football Playoff is entering its 12th season already, and the second of the 12-team era. Last year was seen as a major success, especially with playoff games being played on campus for the first time.

In a recent ranking by The Athletic, Texas A&M ranked as one of the most valuable college football programs in the country.

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