Oklahoma AD Hints at Bedlam Rivalry Revival
#CFPExpansion #BedlamRivalryOklahoma AD Roger Denny stated CFP expansion could allow tougher nonconference games and potentially revive the Bedlam rivalry with Oklahoma State, but only if strength of schedule is fairly rewarded in playoff seeding. read more
Kirby Smart hints SEC could break from NCAA
#CFPExpansion #SECSecessionKirby Smart suggested the SEC could secede if college football can't agree on CFP expansion rules. He supports operating independently to avoid NCAA litigation and NIL spending issues, aligning with Georgia's president. read more
SEC Coaches Fight to Save Championship Game
#SECChampionship #CFPExpansionSEC coaches support preserving the conference title game despite potential CFP expansion to 24 teams, citing revenue concerns and tradition. Smart warns of $80-100M loss, while Drinkwitz urges appreciation for the existing product. read more
ACC Commissioner Backs 24-Team Playoff for Hope
#CFPExpansion #CollegeFootballACC commissioner Jim Phillips backs a 24-team CFP model, giving "hope" to all teams. Coaches argue bigger playoffs reflect modern college football parity, but SEC prefers 16 teams. Discussions continue, with a decision needed by December 2026. read more
Big Ten Proposes 24-Team Playoff, Axes Title Games
#CFPExpansion #BigTenFootballThe Big Ten proposes a 24-team College Football Playoff by 2029, eliminating conference title games. The plan includes on-campus games and no first-round rematches. This expansion aims to increase postseason opportunities and sustain season-long interest. read more