The Tournament of Roses Committee made an appearance at Pac-10 media days and even brought the 2010 trophy to show off.

Now, this would not be an odd thing, given the Pac-10's close relationship with the Rose Bowl for generations, except that it has never happened before this year.

So, this action begs a question: Why this year?

Was it because new Pac-10 Commissioner Larry Scott had previously called into question the current bowl structure?

Was it because President Obama has highly criticized the BCS and supports a playoff?

Was it because of the grumblings last year among USC players about not being able to play in some other bowl game, such as the BCS Ch...

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