College Football Playoff Set to Expand to 24 Teams Next Season
The College Football Playoff will expand to 24 teams beginning next season, a decision announced by college leaders.
Monroe El Dorado, LA, November 9, 2026 —
The College Football Playoff (CFP) is preparing for a significant expansion, set to grow from its current format to include 24 teams starting next season. This decision was formally announced by college leaders involved in the CFP governance structure.
The move marks a substantial increase in the number of teams eligible to compete for the national championship. Details regarding the specific criteria for selection, the structure of the expanded tournament bracket, and the exact date for the commencement of the “next season” were not immediately available in the announcement.
The College Football Playoff, which began in the 2014 season, has historically featured a smaller field of four teams. The decision to expand to 24 teams indicates a shift in how collegiate football’s postseason will be structured. The exact composition of the group of “college leaders” who made this announcement was not specified.
This expansion is expected to alter the landscape of college football, potentially impacting team schedules, player fatigue, and the overall competitive balance leading into the postseason. Further announcements are anticipated to clarify the operational details of the 24-team format.
Story summarized from the original created by EDDIE PELLS, Associated Press on www.myarklamiss.com, see more information here.
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