Big Ten and SEC express dissatisfaction amid college football playoff changes

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Last updated Nov 11, 2026

Big Ten and SEC express dissatisfaction amid college football playoff changes
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The Big Ten and SEC continue to voice concerns regarding the college football playoff system despite their success in establishing it. As the College Football Playoff prepares to expand to 24 teams in 2027, both conferences are grappling with scheduling conflicts and the implications for traditional matchups. Florida recently canceled a home-and-home series with Notre Dame, raising eyebrows about nonconference scheduling strategies. Missouri coach Eli Drinkwitz criticized the potential loss of conference championship games, while SEC commissioner Greg Sankey addressed complaints about officiating and conference schedules. These developments reflect growing tensions within college football's elite programs, who are now questioning the very structure they helped create.

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  • •Big Ten and SEC combined have seven teams in the Top 12 of the CFP rankings.
  • •Florida canceled a series with Notre Dame after CFP expansion announcement.
  • •Illinois announced a home-and-home with Notre Dame amidst scheduling concerns.
  • •Missouri's Eli Drinkwitz expressed frustration over losing conference title games.
  • •SEC commissioner Greg Sankey addressed complaints about conference officiating.
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  • 3:13 AMYahoo Sports — Big Ten, SEC broke college football. Now they won’t stop whining about it
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The Big Ten and SEC got the college football they wanted. Now the sport’s richest conferences can’t stop complaining.

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