Haha, OSU has wins over #5, #6, and #9, with two of those wins coming on the road. So the "avoiding a tough opponent" argument is hogwash. And having a good record is kind of important to being highly ranked, dontcha think?
Well actually, the stated goal of the Committee on their official website is, "to pick the 4 best teams in college football." So you've stumbled into the correct point here.
If it was only picking 4 conference champions, there would be no need for a committee.
I'm not sure why you keep banging home this point in every thread you can find. What does it matter where the game was played? It would have been a first down in AA as well because it WAS a first down.
Try the Gallery Hop on Saturday night. All businesses stay open later. Keep in mind the Short North extends for miles and theres a lot to see (I am not sure how far you ventured as most restaurants stay open until at least 10 and bars close at 2). Galleries to check out...
hello all - welcome to Columbus, you'll have a great time. My suggestion if you are in town on Friday would be to walk the OSU campus - yes, High Street is filled with bars, restaurants, and party spots, but the campus itself is beautiful. Take a walk on the Oval to soak it all in. Other options...