Overview

• Big 12 Commissioner Brett Yormark reiterated Orlando spring meeting support for the 5+11 format, arguing it rewards champions and reflects public momentum.
• Illinois coach Bret Bielema publicly derided the SEC’s seven-page strength-of-schedule dossier from Destin, questioning its relevance to the playoff debate.
• Under a memorandum of understanding, the SEC and Big Ten retain veto authority over any proposed CFP structure starting in 2026.
• The Big 12 and ACC maintain that the 5+11 approach preserves competitive balance by emphasizing earned bids over guaranteed slots.
• Conference commissioners and CFP leaders are slated to meet in June to seek a consensus before a December deadline on the expanded playoff format.