GameAbove Sports Bowl reportedly becomes third bowl game in past year to be canceled

The GameAbove Sports Bowl, a Detroit-based college football event, has been canceled after being a fixture since 2014 when it replaced the Little Caesar’s Bowl, previously known as the Quick Lane Bowl. This decision marks the third bowl cancellation within the past year, following the Bahamas Bowl and the LA Bowl. Despite strong television ratings for bowl games, the landscape is shifting, with some teams declining bowl invitations due to playoff misses or coaching changes, leading to a reliance on 5-7 teams that often decline participation. This trend raises questions about the sustainability of the current number of bowl games, especially as the NCAA's transfer rules contribute to roster instability.