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CFP expansion to 24 teams
What happened
A rules or policy decision was reported on October 16, 2026.
How it played
One news day, Oct 16. Coverage came that day and no second wave followed.
The record
- Playoff expansion to 24 teams reportedly remained on the fast track to starting in 2027, a day after an imminent deal was first reported. Saturday Down South, checked Oct 17, 2026
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- CFP expansion to 24 teams
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