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Poll Era in College Football
In college football, Poll Era means: A historical period when national championships were heavily shaped by polls rather than playoff brackets. It is used to describe history context in college football.
Definition
A historical period when national championships were heavily shaped by polls rather than playoff brackets.
How CFB Track Uses It
CFB Track uses glossary definitions like Poll Era to make stat pages, rankings, schedules, and player research easier to read without leaving the site context.
Related Glossary Terms
AP PollA media poll ranking college football teams.BCSThe Bowl Championship Series, the postseason system used before the College Football Playoff era.National ChampionshipThe final game or recognized title used to determine the season's champion.Playoff EraThe period beginning with the College Football Playoff system.
Last reviewed 2026-04-24