Should the preseason polls continue? Or is their only function to cause debate among bloggers and armchair analysts? Jonathan and Wes debate the issue.
Jonathan's Point
After spring games conclude and the long summer offseason begins, there isn't much for college football fans to read (or write) about until the polls come out. At that point, the polls can be discussed at great length and talk at the office about if the #5 team can make the playoff or not. In the words of Bleacher Report, "Football is back, and it's a beautiful thing".
A newer ranking used by ESPN is the FPI, Football Power Index, as preseason rankings are usually incorrect, heavily based on prior success and the reputation of the program, causing typical power programs to be ranked higher.