College Football Playoff committee to meet on expansion proposals next week
CBS Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Aug 4, 2026, 6:11 PM
Last updated Aug 4, 2026

The College Football Playoff management committee is scheduled to meet on August 10 to discuss expanding the playoff format. Options under consideration include 16- and 24-team formats, with input from media advisers on scheduling and logistics. While no decisions will be made during this meeting, it aims to provide foundational information for future discussions. The Big Ten is advocating for a 24-team field, while the SEC has shown preference for a 16-team option but is open to further discussions. The committee faces various logistical challenges related to calendar, safety, and potential impacts on conference championships.
- •Management committee to meet on August 10 for expansion discussions.
- •Current options include 12, 16, or 24-team formats.
- •Big Ten supports 24-team format; SEC favors 16 teams.
- •Logistics and calendar considerations are central to discussions.
- •Decisions on format changes require agreement between Big Ten and SEC.
- 6:11 PMCBS Sports — College Football Playoff expansion talks heat up with 16-, 24-team formats taking center stage
"The CFP management committee meets on Aug. 10 to discuss expanding the playoff field beyond 12 teams
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