Air Force Lieutenant General Richard M. Clark to Become College Football Playoff Executive Director in 2024

Lt. Gen. Richard M. Clark, former superintendent of the United States Air Force Academy, is set to take over as executive director of the College Football Playoff (CFP) in 2024.
Clark will replace Bill Hancock, who has guided the CFP from its inception and plans to retire in February 2025.
During his transition period in 2024, Hancock will assist Clark, facilitating a smooth handover of the position.
The CFP will expand from a four-team to a twelve-team formation starting with the 2024-25 season, which Clark will oversee.
Clark's experiences, including commanding bases worldwide, serving as a White House fellow, and being a senior defense official in Egypt, were cited as significant factors in his selection for this leadership role in college football.
It is anticipated that Clark's tenure will involve negotiating a potentially multi-billion-dollar media contract and guiding the sport throughout a period of great transition, including possible governance changes.