I just checked out the new rankings after yesterday's full platter of college football, and I have an idea.
I realize we're still over two months away from Barack Obama actually taking office and beginning to weed out the campaign promises he realizes he can't keep. But still, if he wants to go ahead and guarantee his re-election in 2012, here's some free advice: Work behind the scenes to bring a playoff system to college football.
Now, it's key to do this behind the scenes (think Hillary on health care, George W on energy), because if we find out you're overly interested in the nuts and bolts of college football, we'll rightfully grill you for not focusing on bigger issues (and yes, to everyone in Tuscaloosa, Norman, Austin and Happy Valley, there ARE things more important than college football).
Finally, here's the most important part: Right about the time the deal is done -- just as you've gotten the last of the college presidents and conference commissioners on board -- let word leak out that you've been working on this. Then, in true political fashion, when the announcement is made, make sure it's you at the podium (with Chuck Schumer over your shoulder, of course) in the Rose Garden. For good measure, stand Keith Jackson next to Schumer.
Personally, I don't mind the current system, because all the arguing is part of the fun. But millions of fans feel otherwise, and would begin naming their kids after anyone who could bring about a playoff.
Then, if he cared about winning me over, maybe he could turn his attention to getting the designated hitter out of baseball.
Ok W Jr. Face it, you're bitter.