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College football playoff changes as North Dakota State moves to FBS

Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Aug 10, 2026, 1:17 PM

Last updated Aug 10, 2026

College football playoff changes as North Dakota State moves to FBS

Summary

The 2026 college football season sees changes including a new College Football Playoff format that guarantees spots for power conference champions. The remade Pac-12 expands with six new teams while North Dakota State moves from FCS to FBS, joining the Mountain West. The Bison, a powerhouse with 10 FCS titles, hopes to compete effectively in their new conference despite a challenging schedule. The implications of these adjustments reflect ongoing shifts in college football dynamics and future playoff structures.

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By the Numbers

•College Football Playoff format guarantees spots for power conference champions.
•The remade Pac-12 includes Boise State, Colorado State, and others.
•North Dakota State competes in the Mountain West after moving up from FCS.
•The Bison face a challenging schedule with key road games.
•College sports leaders must decide future playoff expansion paths.

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1:17 PMYahoo Sports — From playoff changes to North Dakota State's move up, here's what's new for the 2026 college football season

What they're saying

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Every season brings tweaks and changes and this year is no different. Here's what's new ahead of the upcoming season, and yes, the College Football Playoff format has once again been altered.
— Yahoo Sportsby Nick Bromberg

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