College Football Playoff (CFP) director Rich Clark has stated that fan sentiment was considered but ultimately dismissed in the playoff selection process, according to reports from a CFP Champions press conference held on January 10, 2023, in Los Angeles, California.
The press conference took place at the Los Angeles Airport Marriott ahead of the CFP National Championship game, where the championship trophy was displayed. Clark's comments address ongoing discussions about the influence of public opinion on the playoff committee's decisions.
No further details on the specific context of Clark's remarks were provided in the initial report.
