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Football Slang
Spoiler in College Football
In college football, Spoiler means: A team that damages another team's championship, bowl, or playoff hopes. It is used to describe football slang context in college football.
Definition
A team that damages another team's championship, bowl, or playoff hopes.
How CFB Track Uses It
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Related Glossary Terms
UpsetA win by a team expected to lose.Rivalry GameA game between programs with historical, regional, conference, or cultural rivalry.PostseasonThe part of the season after the regular season, including conference championship games, bowl games, the College Football Playoff, and national championship games.Backdoor CoverA late score that affects the betting spread without changing the likely game winner.Body-Bag GameA slang term for a lopsided guarantee game where an overmatched team is paid to play a stronger opponent.Cover the SpreadTo beat the point spread in betting terms.
Last reviewed 2026-04-24