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2024 College Football Playoff format expands to 24 teams starting next season

Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Oct 20, 2026, 6:26 PM

Last updated Oct 20, 2026

2024 College Football Playoff format expands to 24 teams starting next season

Summary

The College Football Playoff is set to expand to 24 teams starting in 2024, following a new agreement among commissioners. The decision aims to enhance inclusivity and add excitement to postseason play. Discussions also focused on the chances of two-loss teams making the current 12-team playoff, analyzing contenders such as Texas and Michigan. Additionally, Group of Six teams like JMU and Boise State are evaluated on their playoff eligibility. The announcement comes as college football enters the final stretch of the current season, with implications for conference standings and team selections looming.

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By the Numbers

•2024 College Football Playoff to feature 24 teams
•Texas and Michigan debated as playoff contenders
•Evaluation of Group of Six teams for playoff spots
•Current season impacts playoff eligibility considerations

Latest Updates

6:26 PMYahoo Sports — The 24-team CFP is coming + Which 2-loss teams can make the CFP? + G6 CFP Contenders

What they're saying

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On this episode of CFE, Andy Staples, Steven Godfrey, and Ross Dellenger react to the 24-team College Football Playoff "handshake" deal. Plus, the guys evaluate which teams with multiple losses and in the Group of 6 have the best chance to make the current 12-team CFP.
— Yahoo Sportsby Andy Staples,Steven Godfrey,Ross Dellenger

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