Lane Kiffin supports expansion to 24-team College Football Playoff
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Oct 29, 2026, 4:41 PM
Last updated Oct 29, 2026

LSU head coach Lane Kiffin expressed support for the proposed expansion of the College Football Playoff to 24 teams, starting in 2027. He emphasized that the current 12-team structure is inadequate due to disparities in conference schedules. Kiffin's comments came during an appearance on the 'Brandon Walker College Football Show.' This expansion is expected to benefit teams in strong conferences like the SEC, allowing for better playoff opportunities. LSU is currently preparing for a critical matchup against Alabama on November 7, which may heavily impact their season.
- •Lane Kiffin believes the 24-team playoff expansion was necessary.
- •The move addresses unequal schedules across different conferences.
- •LSU anticipates a pivotal game against Alabama on November 7.
- •The 2026 season will be the last with a 12-team format.
- 4:41 PMYahoo Sports — LSU’s Lane Kiffin supports 24-team College Football Playoff
"LSU head coach Lane Kiffin likes the 24-team College Football Playoff.
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