Video: Brands vs Conferences: What Really Decides Who Gets Into the College Football Playoff? | DJ & PK

What really helps teams get into the College Football Playoff — the conference you play in or the brand you represent? 🏈

The KSL Sports Zone’s DJ & PK break down the playoff system, discussing how program prestige, conference affiliation, and historical tiebreakers influence which teams get selected. From powerhouse programs to rising mid-majors, DJ & PK dig into why some teams seem “locked in” while others are left on the outside looking in.

Topics Discussed:
0:00 – How the playoff system has evolved over time
1:15 – Brand recognition vs. conference power
2:50 – Historical examples of controversial selections
4:20 – Tiebreakers, records, and “quality wins”
6:00 – Why some smaller programs get overlooked
7:30 – Could expansion or changes to the playoff level the playing field?
9:00 – What fans should know about fairness and playoff selection

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