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Report: The College Football Playoff is expanding once again

By Deseret News · October 15, 2026 · 1 min read
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It appears the College Football Playoff will be doubling in size. According to a Thursday report from ESPN's Pete Thamel, a deal to expand the playoff to 24 teams is expected to come together in the near future, with the new format being implemented for the 2027 season.

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