College Football Playoff Expansion and Governance Under Review
As the College Football Playoff prepares for major changes, discussions include expanding beyond 12 teams and revising governance structures.
- SEC Commissioner Greg Sankey commits to the College Football Playoff beyond 2025, emphasizing the need for governance adjustments.
- Big Ten Commissioner Tony Petitti discusses potential expansion to 14 or 16 teams amid conference realignment.
- A new advisory group, including SEC and Big Ten commissioners, is formed to guide college football as the CFP faces significant changes.
- The CFP Management Committee meets to detail the implementation of the 12-team playoff, with future expansions and governance reforms on the agenda.
- Negotiations with ESPN for a six-year extension of the CFP contract are underway, with the possibility of expanding the playoff field beyond 12 teams.