Brett Yormark, the Big 12 have DENIED a proposed College Football Playoff format that eliminates the bye for all but the top four seeded teams has been a source of significant debate, particularly among the "power five" conferences.

Key Features: Under this proposed format, the top five conference champions would receive automatic bids to the playoff. However, only the top four seeded teams would receive a first-round bye. This means that some conference champions could be forced to play in the first round, potentially creating a disadvantage for teams that have already achieved a significant accomplishment by winning their conference.  

Potential for Early Upsets: Eliminating the bye for all but the top four seeds increases the potential for early upsets. Conference champions, despite their accomplishments, could face a tough first-round matchup against a highly-ranked at-large team, potentially jeopardizing their playoff run.

Impact on Conference Prestige: This format could diminish the perceived value of winning a conference championship. If a conference champion is forced to play in the first round, it could diminish the significance of their regular season accomplishments and potentially impact their overall standing in the eyes of the selection committee.

Big 12 Opposition: Big 12 Commissioner Brett Yormark has publicly expressed his opposition to this proposed format. He argues that it diminishes the value of conference championships and unfairly disadvantages teams that have achieved significant success during the regular season.

This proposed format has generated significant debate within the college football community. While it aims to create a more competitive and exciting playoff, it also raises concerns about fairness, the value of conference championships, and the potential for early upsets. The ultimate fate of this proposal remains to be seen, but it will undoubtedly continue to be a topic of discussion and debate as the College Football Playoff continues to evolve.

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