UPDATE: College football officials have yet to decide who should serve on the College Football Playoff selection committee. Those in charge reportedly did an about face regarding the potential inclusion of current athletic directors.

"Current athletic directors will be used on the committee, an industry source told Sporting News Wednesday -- a direct reversal from public statements made in May by CFP executive director Bill Hancock," Matt Hayes reported.

"It now appears as the though the selection committee will consist of one athletic director from each of the five power conferences, former coaches and players and possibly former media members."

Up to 100 names were expected to be nominated as potential members of the selection committee. The committee could include as many as 20 members.

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Names were flying to-and-fro as the discussion regarding who will serve on College Football Playoff's selection committee finally began in earnest. Qualifiers were established. No current conference commissioners or media members will be included. Current athletic directors are a possibility. And those selected must have "extensive football background and impeccable integrity."

Very few actually fit all of the perceived qualifications. Texas Tech athletic director Kirby Hocutt was able to provide three legitimate candidates which should be under consideration.

"...Hocutt mentioned (Archie) Manning as 'an ideal candidate' and said former Texas Tech head coach Spike Dykes 'would be excellent,'" Kirk Bohls of the Austin American-Statesman wrote.

"Could there be a more reasonable, smart and entertaining a person than power broker Chuck Neinas? 'I think Chuck is the best of the best,' Hocutt said."

These are simply three options. Nearly 100 nominees are expected to be considered. Those named to the committee will be a raging debate before and after the process is completed. This is stickiest subject regarding the transition to the playoff system, and even the three names provided will be scrutinized even though they may be among the best suited candidates. As more candidates are discussed, it should provide the opportunity to build the most reputable committee possible.