playoff expansion 2026 hinges on Big Ten, SEC – what it means for college football
Dallas, Texas – The future of the College Football Playoff contract post-2025 remains uncertain, with executive director Bill Hancock emphasizing the need for a deal within the next month. Since its establishment in 2014, the CFP has faced challenges due to its four-team model in a sport with five major conferences, leading to a slow process marked by turf disputes and a volatile conference landscape. As the mid-March deadline approaches, sources indicate a shift towards …