I question anyone’s knowledge of football programming who think CBSSN is second rate coverage, I am thrilled anytime our games are on this channel.
The game time production is not 2nd rate, though not up to a SEC game at 3PM on CBS.
The availability of CBSSN, it's brand-recognition & prestige is not exactly up to ESPN. I'm not complaining, but very few people looking for any old game to tune into are going to turn to CBSSN first & then ESPN second.
For us on the HF or HN boards, it's appointment TV of course.