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It’s Time to End Bowl Games
The Decline of College Bowl Games
This bowl season had a total of 43 games. Only a handful of the 43 games mattered. The rest were overhyped exhibitions. With the creation of the College Football Playoff, bowl games have lost their luster. Most stands are empty, and I wonder if the players want to be there. At least not at the bowls in cold-weather cities. Besides gamblers and alumni of the schools playing, no one cares about these games. If you are bored, you may watch a game, but the average person isn’t interested. I understand that sports networks need content and live events to garner above-average ratings, but do we need so many bowl games.
Factors Contributing to the Decline
With the introduction of a playoff system to determine the national champion, many fans and viewers have shifted their attention towards these high-stakes games. The allure of witnessing the top teams battle for ultimate glory has overshadowed some of the traditional bowl games. This is why the NFL doesn’t have bowl games. Who wants to see the Bears and Panthers play in a meaningless bowl game? No one.
Player opt-outs have also played a role in diminishing the appeal of these games. In recent years, more college football players have chosen to sit out bowl games to protect their draft prospects or…
