College football is American football played by teams of student athletes fielded by American universities, colleges, and military academies, or Canadian football played by teams of student athletes fielded by Canadian universities. It was through college football play that American football rules first gained popularity in the United States.
Read more about College Football: Official Rules and Notable Rule Distinctions, Organization, National Championships, Team Maps, Playoff Games, Bowl Games, College Football Outside The United States, Awards
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