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6 minutes ago, Rizman said:

2027 because of the global supply chain issue.

3 minutes ago, BDYZR said:

Calling BS on this one. The supply chain has improved a ton since signing a contract for 2026.

It didn't sound like the supply chain was the only issue for the delay.  

$6mil gift from USF Federal Credit Union to name "Champions Way".  Maps show this with be the entry pathway to the stadium just north of the track stadium from Genshaft Drive

Sounds like full stadium project delayed to 2027 due to further analysis of the process, but the TGH Center will possibly be ready sooner?

1 minute ago, BDYZR said:

Did he preface “visuals” with “will have today” or simply “will have “?

It sounded like today to me.

Just now, USF_Bullsharks said:

Stadium update starts now! 

Stroman just said VISUALS!!!!!

6 minutes ago, dclenden said:

Any idea what time meeting is?

930am ET, livestream link is here. 

18 hours ago, John Lewis said:

I thought they were already discussing the 5-7 model for next season since the PAC 12 is no more.

I believe it was said they need unanimous decision to change the format for the next two years, but after that its simple majority.  Things may have changed, but that's the last I heard. 

I did a quick search and all I was able to find is that they may push for a 5-7 model as of early November 2023 articles.  I couldn't find anything definitive.  This one had a good full synopsis.

 

 

Change is coming to the College Football Playoff

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With decisions to be made on an expansion format, a new CFP director, revenue sharing and a new TV deal, there's plenty at stake as college football's power brokers...

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Expansion format

Current: The CFP executive board of presidents approved last fall to expand the four-team playoff to 12 teams, adopting a “6+6” format that grants automatic qualifiers to the six highest-ranked conference champions and at-large berths to the next six highest-ranked teams. Only conference champions are eligible for a first-round bye as top-four seeds. Seeds 5-8 host first-round games on campus. A rotation of six bowls host quarterfinals and semifinals.

The new format will begin with next season’s playoff.

Change coming: Commissioners created the 6+6 format based around there being 10 FBS conferences (five Power Five conferences). That’s no longer the case after the Pac-12’s collapse. There is momentum to reduce the number of automatic qualifiers from six to five and increase the number of at-large berths from six to seven — a 5+7 format change. With nine leagues — four power leagues — a 6+6 format would grant access to a second Group of Five conference champion, potentially one that is outside of the top 25. SEC commissioner Greg Sankey said the playoff system, which he helped create, cannot “justify” such a thing. However, there may be complications in a change.

The debate: A change in the format (before the current contract runs out in 2025) must be a unanimous decision among the 11 members of the CFP board. That’s where things get tricky. The Pac-12, despite the league dropping to two members next year, retains its voting privileges. Any format change to 5+7 comes with a likely move to rule the Pac-12 champion — either Oregon State or Washington State — ineligible to receive an automatic qualifier as a conference champion. Will the league stand in the way? There is another hurdle as well. American Athletic Conference commissioner Mike Aresco and AAC leaders want the 6+6 format to remain for the final two years of the CFP contract, which runs through the 2025 playoff. However, in interviews with Yahoo Sports, Aresco has said he is open to agreeing to an immediate format change as long as the Group of Five is guaranteed an automatic spot in the CFP in the long term. Remember, the CFP’s existence spans just three more playoffs. There is no binding agreement after the 2025 season for both a playoff format and a television contract, which we’ll get to later.

I noticed hotels selling out too.  Just this morning I targeted the Embassy Suites Boca, but then I noticed the bowl website updated team hotel info and designated that one for HOT band and it was sold out.

36 minutes ago, 79 Bull said:

This bowl's website is horrible.  Very limited information and any details about parking, events, etc. are from previous years.  ESPN Ventures just seems to update the copyright and the press releases.

The bowl site is being updated slowly but surely.  I saw that the related hotels page was being updated, showing where the teams, bands, spirit teams, and media are staying.  Last years seating chart was taken down, so I'm hoping we see a new one soon.

38 minutes ago, Dillon said:

Anyone know the sections for USF fans?  Searched already and can't find an answer...

The USF site when i reserved my tickets said east side.  I don't know if we know sections yet, but that's an idea. 

I assume that means we're the designated road team.

4 hours ago, Gatorbull325 said:

The new playoff format has a spot for "up" to two G6 teams. 

It's at least 6-6 (top 6 champs and 6 at large) for 2 years.  After that is dependent on what the Pac does, could go to a 5-7 model (Top 5 conference champs plus 7 at large)

Going to look into details tomorrow.  Considering a round trip driving there and back same day from Tampa area, but might snag a hotel if price is right.

If athletics and the foundation do not show concern with this change, we have to trust that whatever is being done with this change is for the better.  Next weeks meeting will be very interesting.

47 minutes ago, USFBulls12 said:

This guy has been on a college football team's roster since 2018...I think it's time he moves on in his life and not be a super-duper senior. How does he still have eligibility for a 7th season?! (rhetorical)...This isn't the NFL! Craziness.

Covid protocols gave an additional year of eligibility on top of the existing redshirt and medical redshirt rules that can normally get up to 6 years.

11 hours ago, Friscobull said:

GB is still around, I have not seen him since the AAC media days?

It was on Instagram, but GB announced entering the portal yesterday.

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26 minutes ago, Bryson W said:

Highschool stadium?

No, Hawaii on campus temporarily (maybe permanent?).  Aloha was falling apart.

27 minutes ago, 79 Bull said:

This just doesn't look right.  Could the sideline stands be any further away from the field?  I guess it's Hawaii which makes it all good?

UH didnt really have a choice,  Aloha Stadium was falling apart and the state/city havent 100% lined up the replacement stadium yet.

If the War on I4 is renewed, at least send it to Boca.  Neutral site for both.

GREEEEEEEN

2 minutes ago, JupiterBull said:

I checked StubHub and they are $40. Crazy for what is likely a small crowd.  I'm not sure if you can pay at the Lot, but worst case, I'm sure for 10-20, you can park in a yard across the street.

Thanks, I know some on here don’t always use theirs , figured it wouldn’t hurt to check.  

I had a hunch something was up with uniforms for this game.  Was hoping for a Tampa Bay uniform like the basketball teams, but this works.  Glad they're wearing them against another green/gold team in conference.

One more check in...if you have a parking pass available let me know.

10 minutes ago, jjlovecub said:

These are all the places where it lists AAC as a team it can take. Although some are us or another conference but I’m set for all of these just in case  of course I don’t have a hotel room for Tampa

Dec 16 - Myrtle Beach SC
Dec 16 - Orlando
Dec 19 - San Francisco 
Dec 21 - Boca Raton
Dec 22 - Tampa
Dec 23 - Hawaii
Dec 23 - Birmingham 
Dec 23 - Texas
Dec 26 - Texas
Dec 27 - Maryland 
Dec 28 - Boston

December 19th is Frisco, Texas.  

Should they?  No.

Will they?  Probably.  I was at the Temple game in 2015 when the team won their 6th game to become bowl eligible for the first time in 5 years and they did.  It looked pitiful, but they did.

Checking in to see if anyone would happen to have an available parking pass.  Willing to pay for it if available.

On 11/15/2023 at 3:31 PM, cophbulls said:

Apologies if this has already been brought up, I just found out. Evidently USF is putting on a early season tournament, says in Tampa so that'd be cool. Nothing against Clearwater but I'd rather have the team play in their own stadium.  Anyways, its 2/16-2/18 and with UConn, Louisville and Indiana St. Should be great! I may even haul my fata** down from NC to partake. GoBulls! 

I believe they did this in 2022 as well with UConn, Louisville, and Charlotte.  It's more of a round robin series kind of thing to let 4 opponents crossover for 3 games in a weekend.