College Football Playoff format expansion to 20 teams discussed Monday
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Aug 10, 2026, 4:00 PM
Last updated Aug 10, 2026
A potential discussion regarding a 20-team College Football Playoff format is scheduled for Monday. While the current playoff format will remain at 12 teams for the 2026 season, talks have intensified about future expansions. Leaders of the College Football Playoff are set to consider various formats, including 16-team and 24-team structures, although no decision is expected immediately. The meeting follows increased interest in the format, with options for play-in games being explored as well. The 2026 college football season begins on August 29, featuring matchups like North Carolina against TCU.
- •A 20-team playoff format could be discussed on August 10.
- •Current format remains at 12 teams for 2026 season.
- •Leaders may consider 16-team format with play-in games.
- •More discussions anticipated in the fall.
- •2026 season starts on August 29.
- 4:00 PMYahoo Sports — Report: A 20-team College Football Playoff format could be discussed on Monday
"There's a chance that a 20-team College Football Playoff format gets discussed on Monday.
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