How Do You Qualify for a Bowl Game?
Create or play in a Bowl Pick X Contest on Splash Sports and see which schools qualify for bowl games this season!

Qualifying for a college football bowl game is an achievement for teams, a culmination of a successful season. The road to a bowl game typically involves meeting specific criteria:
1. Win-Loss Record:
Teams usually need at least six wins to qualify for bowl eligibility. However, in some cases, teams with a winning record of 5-7 might be considered if there aren't enough eligible teams to fill all the bowl slots.
2. Conference Tie-Ins:
Certain bowl games have affiliations with specific conferences. Teams that perform well in their conference standings often earn automatic berths to these affiliated bowl games.
3. Selection Committees:
Bowl selection committees play a crucial role in inviting teams to specific bowl games. They consider factors like team performance, national rankings, and fan appeal to ensure an exciting matchup.
4. At-Large Bids:
Aside from automatic tie-ins, some bowls have the flexibility to select teams based on their performance, even if they don't have a direct conference affiliation.
5. College Football Playoff (CFP):
The CFP selection committee determines the four teams that compete in the playoff for the national championship. The top teams in the country qualify based on their season performance.
Bowl Pick X Contest on Splash Sports
Introducing the Bowl Pick X Contest by Splash Sports, a new way for college football fans to engage with the bowl games.
The Bowl Pick X Contest on Splash Sports offers an engaging platform for fans to predict game winners during the bowl season. It's a fun way to test college football knowledge and compete against friends while enjoying the excitement of the games.
Customization and Flexibility
- Commissioners have the ability to create personalized contests, choosing specific game groups and tailoring scoring systems to suit their preferences.
Group Selection
- Commissioners select game groups that remain consistent across all contests. However, within each group, they have the freedom to pick the games they want to include, offering a wide range from various bowl matchups.
Points System
- The contest features customizable point values for each game. Commissioners can opt for standard scoring or employ weighted scoring, adding a strategic twist to the contest.
Create your Bowl Pick X Contest on Splash Sports today!
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