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Is the American considered part of the Bowl Championship Series?

  • Currently, yes

  • Prior to realignment, yes

  • Never

  • Initially, no

Answer

Yes, prior to realignment, the American was considered part of the Bowl Championship Series (BCS). The BCS was a college football post-season system that determined the national champion from 1998 to 2013. The American Athletic Conference (The American) was one of the conferences that participated in the BCS, and its champion was eligible to compete in a BCS bowl game.
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