Thats true, and to some extent, he has to prove himself. Several years back I had a young man by the name of Drake who ended the season 32-0 as a freshman. After his freshman year, it was alot easier to get him some consideration. As far as answering your question, his only criteria is going to be an outstanding record. Many times these young men are at 103 and the only criteria is record for anyone in the bracket. In that case I would let the formula handle it, unless there were two undefeated records that might meet in the semi's.