SEC leaders plan to expand College Football Playoff to 24 teams
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Oct 2, 2026, 9:10 AM
Last updated Oct 2, 2026
SEC presidents and chancellors are set to discuss a proposed expansion of the College Football Playoff from 12 to 24 teams. This change aims to increase revenue but risks damaging the integrity of the college football season. The current playoff structure has been well-received, and this potential shift has drawn criticism for prioritizing financial gain over the sport's quality. The exclusive negotiation window with ESPN is expected to conclude soon, possibly leading to the finalization of the new playoff format.
- •SEC leaders plan to expand the playoff format to 24 teams.
- •Critics argue the change risks the quality and integrity of college football.
- •The current playoff structure has maintained strong popularity among fans.
- •The negotiation window with ESPN is set to close next week.
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"SEC leaders appear ready to expand the College Football Playoff to 24 teams, chasing revenue while risking the sport's best asset: its season.
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