Football Playoff Use

Should College Football Playoff use metrics to pick teams like NCAA Tournament?

Metrics dominate the March Madness conversation before the NCAA Tournament. That's not the case with the College Football Playoff. Could that change?

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When was the phrase ‘smash-and-grab victory’ first used in football? | The Knowledge

Plus: high-scoring Premier League games with no English-born scorer and club crests similar to logos. Mail us with your questions and answers “Liverpool’s 1-0 win against Paris ...

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'It's a money game now' — How LSU is using NIL to keep up in ever-evolving college football world

After falling short of expectations for three seasons, LSU drummed up as much as it could in fundraising to get the Tigers back in the national picture. Here's a deep dive into how that all works ...

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Big 12 back to divisions? League mulls College Football Playoff AQ options with play-in games at forefront

With CFP changes on the horizon, the Big 12 is considering its options to find its place

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What is the Players Championship playoff format? How many playoffs have there been?

Through the years, there's only been five playoffs with the most recent one in 2015.

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What is The Players Championship playoff format?

Here's the playoff format for Rory McIlroy and J.J. Spaun at The Players Championship.

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Can win vs. Panthers, Zadorov's fight with Bennett spark Bruins?

The Bruins earned a huge comeback win over the rival Panthers on Tuesday. Whether they can use it to spark a run to the playoffs remains to be seen.

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Lions agree to deal with free-agent CB D.J. Reed after coming up short in playoffs

The Lions are reshuffling the defense after a playoff loss.

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Playoff standings: Resetting the postseason races after the trade deadline

Playoff spots, division titles and seeds are up for grabs until April 17.

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Rory McIlory, J.J. Spaun head to rare Monday playoff at The Players

The Players is headed to a Monday playoff after a four-hour rain delay on Sunday

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Playoff watch: The Oilers' path to a Pacific title

Can Edmonton earn the No. 1 seed? Plus, playoff projections, draft lottery standings, more.

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Thunder clinch playoff spot by passing Celtics test

The Thunder clinched a playoff berth against a defending-champion Celtics team that has achieved what Oklahoma City hopes to accomplish.

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Arena football is back in Washington

The team is a part of the Arena Football One League and will begin its second season in the AF1 West division at Everett’s Angel Of The Winds Arena

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How to watch Monday's playoff with Rory McIlroy and J.J. Spaun in the 2025 Players Championship

Rory McIlroy and J.J. Spaun will be in a Monday playoff to determine the winner of The Players Championship.

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How a new focus changed Giannis' game and improved the Bucks' playoff outlook

Giannis Antetokounmpo has a new skill in hopes of a healthy playoff run: The midrange jumper.

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WIAA state basketball: Central Wisconsin boys and girls playoff basketball scoreboard

Find out the latest Central Wisconsin boys and girls high school playoff basketball scores here.

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Updated Mar. 15 West playoff standings as Thunder face Pistons

Updated Mar. 15 West playoff standings as Oklahoma City Thunder face Detroit Pistons.

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Rangers Set To Lean On Igor Shesterkin More With Playoff Aspirations In Jeopardy

There are 15 games remaining this season and the New York Rangers are fighting desperately to make the playoffs.

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Hershey Bears Are First AHL Team To Clinch A Playoff Spot

The back-to-back defending Calder Cup champions are the first team to clinch a spot in the 2025 AHL Playoffs.

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Varying vibes as J.J. Spaun and Rory McIlroy head to Monday Players playoff

J.J. Spaun and Rory McIlroy both played their way into a Monday playoff at The Players. That was good for one, not as much for the other.

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McIlroy, Spaun set for Monday playoff at Players

Rory McIlroy and J.J. Spaun wound up tied after a four-hour rain delay Sunday at the Players Championship and have to return Monday for a playoff to decide who wins the richest tournament in golf.

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UF QB DJ Lagway uses NIL riches, family’s influence to launch foundation

GAINESVILLE — Florida quarterback DJ Lagway, a multi-millionaire at just 19, is a sign of the times in college football. He’s also on a mission bigger than just himself. Lagway publicly launched ...

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Iowa Football: Top Kickers in 2028

Iowa Preps has updated our list of the top football players within the Class of 2028 now!SUBSCRIBERS: CLICK HERE TO READ THE ENTIRE ARTICLE!---------------------- What other coverage am I ...

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Iowa Football: Top Punters in 2028

Iowa Preps has updated our list of the top football players within the Class of 2028 now!SUBSCRIBERS: CLICK HERE TO READ THE ENTIRE ARTICLE!---------------------- What other coverage am I ...

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Niceville football reveals timeline on finding Thompson's successor

When does Niceville football expect to name Thompson's successor? We won't have to wait long.

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Monken Daily at the Maxwell Football Club Awards Gala

GBK's Joe Iacono is at the 88th National Football Awards Gala, along Army HC Jeff Monken QB Bryson Daily

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Technology provides benefits for West Virginia football

Technology has come a long way in the game of football and Rich Rodriguez believes that it certainly has a place.

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Pennsylvania Football: Top Middle Linebackers in 2027

Who are the top in-state football players within the Class of 2027? PA Preps answers that question now!

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NHL playoff watch: Jets-Hurricanes a Stanley Cup Final preview?

Two of the league's best square off in a matchup that could repeat in June. Plus, updated playoff projections, draft lottery standings, more.

ESPN - Mar. 10

NHL playoff watch: Who will make the Eastern Conference finals?

The Hurricanes and Lightning both have good shots, and they face off Tuesday on ESPN+. Plus, updated playoff projections, draft lottery outlook, more.

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NHL playoff projections: Canucks or Flames for the final Western Conference wild card?

The two Pacific Division clubs vying for one spot face off Wednesday night in Alberta. Plus, updated playoff projections, draft lottery outlook, more.

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Fantasy Basketball: Paul George leads list of players to drop ahead of the playoffs

The fantasy hoops playoffs start next week. Tough decisions might need to be made to keep advancing, including dropping some notable players.

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Premier League promotion by season: History of promoted clubs, playoff final

Here's a list of the clubs promoted to the Premier League since the naming of the division, plus all of the playoff finals since they began following the 1986-87 season.

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Analyzing Knicks' potential first-round matchups for 2025 NBA playoffs

With the NBA Playoffs just one month away, let's dive into the Knicks' potential first round matchup and how they stack up against each of them.

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Inside the Sabres' never-ending rebuild -- and how they get back to the playoffs

From Ryan O'Reilly to Jack Eichel to Sam Reinhart and more, success follows for a player once he leaves, with Buffalo set to miss the playoffs again.

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Playoff risers, lottery tankers and Cooper Flagg’s injury | The Kevin O'Connor Show

Kevin O'Connor is joined by Gordon Hayward & Tom Haberstroh to talk NBA draft prospects, teams whose playoff hopes are rising, teams beginning to tank and more.

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