College Football Playoff: The (Un)Official Selection Committee Application

Thank you very much for applying to be a part of the College Football Playoff Committee! As part of this process, we encourage you to answer the questions below so we can get to know more about you and your involvement in college football.

While nothing has been made official regarding the process of determining the teams to compete in a college football playoff starting in 2014, we want to be prepared if the powers that be decide to have this committee select the postseason participants.

Please, answer the following questions honestly and give them plenty of thought. This group of people could be integral in deciding a champion in the future!

What Was Your Initial Reaction When You First Heard About a College Football Playoff?

a) Surprised

b) Shocked

c) Disappointed

d) Indifferent

e) I was so happy I kissed my dog with my tongue.

Do You Have Any Previous Affiliations with a College Football Conference?

a) None at all.

b) I’m an Ivy League grad, so we’re cool.

c) Midwesterner for life, attended Big Ten school.

d) I didn’t go to college. Do you do background checks?

e) ROLL DAMN TIDE, Y'ALL.

How Much College Football Would You Say You Watch in a Weekend?

a) I watch everything except for the Pac-10. Wait, is it still the Pac-10?

b) Three hours

c) Five hours

d) 10 hours

e) I am watching reruns on the Big Ten Network right now. Next question.

If You Could Sum Up the BCS in Three Words, What Would They Be?

a) Exceptional, I like.

b) Good, not great.

c) Well, it tried.

d) HA HA HA

e) F#$k that s$%t.

d) Both d) and e) apply

What Are Your Thoughts on Preseason Rankings?

a) A necessary part of the game, a good basis to build on.

b) Eh, I understand the purpose, but not a big fan.

c) Start the champion off at No. 1 and see how it plays out.

d) You're better off pulling names out of a hat.

e) No.

Have You Ever Gambled on College Football? Have Plans to in the Future?

a) Never. I don’t gamble.

b) I gamble occasionally, but never on college football.

c) I did in the past, but I certainly wouldn’t if selected for this job.

d) That’s really none of your damn business.

e) I’ve made myself a 2/1 favorite to get this job. Want action?

Do You Frequent College Football Message Boards?

a) No, those are for barbarians.

b) I have before and I’m not all that proud of it.

c) I visit them, but I’m only there to browse.

d) Yes, it’s a vocal community I’m proud to be a part of.

e) SCREW YOUR QUENTIONAIRE, YOU #$%^. SIGNED, GOGATORZ6969.

How Well Do You Take Criticism? Does This Responsibility Intimidate You?

a) I’ve installed bulletproof glass in my house and car to be prepared.

b) This is not my real name. I fear for my family.

c) I don’t think college football fans will be bad. They’ll understand.

d) I was the sales manager at a nearby appliance store. I can handle it.

e) After reading a) and b) I have decided to withdraw my application.

For Those Still Here, Why Is a Committee the Best Option for a Playoff?

a) Conference champions may not determine the four best teams.

b) The BCS formula has proven to be imperfect at times.

c) Adding a human element is exactly what a playoff needs.

d) All of the above

e) I just really want a job, bro.

How Often Do You Listen to Paul Finebaum? 

a) Who’s Paul Finebaum?

b) Never

c) Sometimes

d) Frequently

e) ROLL DAMN TIDE, PAWWWLLLLL

Do You Believe College Football Will Go Beyond a Four-Team Playoff?

a) No, four teams will be more than enough.

b) Maybe, it just depends on how things progress going forward.

c) Yes, this is just the start of something huge.

d) I won’t be satisfied until there are 124 teams.

e) “Money, money, money…MONNNNNEY.”

Who Was The Best Team in College Football Last Season? 

a) Easy. Alabama. The Crimson Tide won the championship game.

b) Regardless of the outcome, it was still LSU.

c) Give me Oklahoma State. The Cowboys should’ve had their shot.

d) Surprise. Oregon’s Rose Bowl performance did it for me.

e) South Carolina, and I’m not just saying that because Steve Spurrier offered to give me a putting lesson.

Thank you for taking the time to fill out the application! We will contact you if necessary.