Despite expanding to 12 teams in 2024, the College Football Playoffs are reportedly interested in moving to a 24-team bracket. The change will not occur before the 2026 season begins, but given that it is still under discussion, the possibility remains in play.
The College Football Playoff committee is still working out the kinks of its 12-team format, which has already caused some concerns. Many criticize the tournament’s format, which seemingly punishes the top four teams with a first-round bye.
The eight teams to secure a top-four seed and a first-round bye in the last two years are a combined 1-7. The 2025 Indiana team, which became the first to go 16-0 in the 12-team College Football Playoff era, is the lone exception.
Needless to say, the 12-team bracket is far from perfect, making another expansion seem too soon. Yet, that is exactly what happened in 2024, when the playoffs grew from four teams to 12.
Although still at least a year away from another College Football Playoff format change, here is what a 24-team bracket would look like in 2025 and 2026.
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