Both Michigan State and the University of Michigan were soundly defeated in this years bowl games.  In fact, it was so bad that the games were not even worth watching.  And, I feel sorry for all of the fans who paid good money to attend these games.

Usually, when you think of bowl games you think of two equally strong teams competing against each other.  Unfortunately, bowl games have become more about politics than about competition.

The athletic department of every school wants to see their team in a bowl game.  Bowl games generate fans and fans generate money for the school.  So, instead of seeing two equally matched teams, you see two schools trying to raise money for their athletic programs.

Unfortunately, I don’t see it changing any time soon.