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Report: College Football Playoff Nearing Deal To Expand To 24 Teams In 2027
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The College Football Playoff is reportedly close to a deal to expand from 12 to 24 teams starting in the 2027 season.
ESPN's Pete Thamel and Heather Dinich say the new format is expected to be finalized soon, pending final approvals.
The CFP is also finalizing an agreement with ESPN for additional playoff games through the 2031 season, aligning with the network's existing television deal.
Under the proposed 24-team format, 19 spots would go to at-large selections, with four automatic bids for Power Four conference champions and one reserved for the highest-ranked Group of Six team.
The top eight seeds would receive first-round byes, with the first two rounds played on campus before the quarterfinals and semifinals move to the New Year's Six bowls.
The expansion could also end traditional conference championship games, including the SEC Championship, to make room for additional playoff games.
The College Football Playoff expanded from four to 12 teams in 2024. If approved, the new format would double the field after just three seasons under the current system.
ESPN's Pete Thamel and Heather Dinich say the new format is expected to be finalized soon, pending final approvals.
The CFP is also finalizing an agreement with ESPN for additional playoff games through the 2031 season, aligning with the network's existing television deal.
Under the proposed 24-team format, 19 spots would go to at-large selections, with four automatic bids for Power Four conference champions and one reserved for the highest-ranked Group of Six team.
The top eight seeds would receive first-round byes, with the first two rounds played on campus before the quarterfinals and semifinals move to the New Year's Six bowls.
The expansion could also end traditional conference championship games, including the SEC Championship, to make room for additional playoff games.
The College Football Playoff expanded from four to 12 teams in 2024. If approved, the new format would double the field after just three seasons under the current system.
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