"Insights from Architects: How the College Football Playoff will Transform in 2024 and Beyond"

The architects of the expanded 12-team College Football Playoff discuss the changes and implications it will bring to the sport. With more teams in contention, non-traditional teams will have a chance to compete for national championships. Coaches on the hot seat may find more security by getting their teams in the playoff mix. Seeding becomes more important as the top four seeds receive first-round byes. The inclusion of three-loss teams becomes inevitable. The expanded playoff also affects scheduling and the selection process, with more emphasis on strength of schedule and advancing in the playoff.