College Football Playoff Format Change

SOURCE www.breitbart.com
The College Football Playoff will now have five conference champions and seven at-large selections. The change was prompted by realignment and the disassembling of the Pac-12. The original plan was for six highest-ranked conference champions and six at-large selections, but it changed to five conference champions and seven at-large selections due to the Pac-12's demise.

Key Points

  • The playoff format will now consist of five conference champions and seven at-large selections
  • The change was prompted by the disassembling of the Pac-12
  • No conference will have automatic access, ensuring diversity in the 12-team field
  • The selection committee's rankings will determine both conference champions and at-large bids

Pros

  • Increased opportunity for teams from outside traditional power conferences to make the playoff
  • Adjustment reflects changes in conference structures and realignment
  • More competitive and diverse field in the College Football Playoff

Cons

  • No automatic access for any conference
  • Potential for controversy in selection of at-large bids