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DEATH BLOW: SEC, Big 10, ESPN Just CUT OFF Big 12 from College Football Playoff Format Talks, Future
As of January 18, 2026, the future of the College Football Playoff (CFP) is effectively a two-man conversation between Big Ten Commissioner Tony Petitti and SEC Commissioner Greg Sankey. Following a high-stakes meeting in Miami this weekend, the "Power Two" remain at a critical impasse that could determine the sport's landscape for the next decade.
The Stalemate: 16 vs. 24
The tension centers on a looming January 23 deadline set by ESPN. If no agreement is reached by Friday, the current 12-team format will remain locked in for the 2026 season. The disagreement highlights a fundamental shift…
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