SEC coaches grapple with fallout of potential CFP expansion
SEC coaches are debating the potential expansion of the College Football Playoff (CFP) from its current 12-team format. Opinions vary, with some advocating for increased access while others express concern over the future of the SEC championship game. Coach Mike Elko highlighted that coaches' preferences are often driven by self-interest rather than the overall benefit to the sport.
- ▪The current College Football Playoff format consists of 12 teams.
- ▪Some coaches believe that expanding the playoff is crucial as the SEC moves to a nine-game conference schedule.
- ▪Mike Elko emphasized that coaches are primarily motivated by self-preservation in the expansion debate.
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| Publication time | Tue, 26 May 2026 22:00:56 +0000 |
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