College Football Playoff expansion discussions intensify ahead of summer meetings
CBS Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jun 2, 2026, 1:08 PM
Last updated Jun 2, 2026
College Football Playoff (CFP) expansion discussions are heating up as officials prepare for meetings later this month. The push for a 24-team bracket is gaining traction among some commissioners, despite mixed feelings from fans and coaches. While the SEC's Greg Sankey emphasizes careful decision-making, the Big Ten has officially supported a larger format. Debates include the potential elimination of conference championships and the implications for postseason scheduling. The upcoming discussions aim to address contrasting preferences among decision-makers regarding playoff structure.
- •Discussions for expanding the CFP are scheduled for later this month.
- •There's growing support for a 24-team playoff format among commissioners.
- •The Big Ten has established its preference for a larger bracket.
- •Debates continue over eliminating conference championships.
- •Past proposals included multiple automatic qualifiers from conferences.
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