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What is 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.
Quick Answer
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
CFBTrack uses Poll Era context to connect glossary definitions with the stats, schedules, teams, players, and rankings that use the term.
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 recognized title or title game used to identify a season's champion.All-Time WinsA program's historical win total across loaded seasons.Championship SelectorA poll, organization, system, or committee credited with recognizing a national champion.Playoff EraThe period beginning with the College Football Playoff system.
Last reviewed 2026-04-24