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College Football Playoff expansion brings new weather risks

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Expanding the college football playoff to 24 teams could introduce new weather-related risks. More games played in December might expose participants and spectators to extreme cold, while an earlier start to the season could heighten the danger of heat-related illnesses. These implications suggest a need to consider the environmental conditions associated with a larger playoff format. AI

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College Football Playoff expansion brings new weather risks

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COVERAGE [2]

  1. Forbes — Innovation TIER_1 English(EN) · Marshall Shepherd, Senior Contributor ·

    Two Weather Implications Of A 24-Team College Football Playoff

    The potential weather and climate implications of a 24-team NCAA college football playoff system.

  2. Forbes — Innovation TIER_1 English(EN) · Marshall Shepherd, Senior Contributor ·

    Two Weather Implications Of A 24-Team College Football Playoff

    More December games could expose players and fans to dangerous cold, while an earlier season start could increase heat risks. Here's what's at stake.

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