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Big Ten Stays at 18 Teams
Big Ten confirms no more conference expansions after final decision.
In brief
Big Ten confirms no more conference expansions after final decision. Big Ten will not add more teams despite proposed legislation allowing up to 20 members. Originally reported by CFB-HQ On SI.
Big Ten Expansion Decision
The most historic round of college football expansion and realignment took place in the Big Ten a couple seasons ago.
Congress Bill for Expansion
Congress is trying to pass the Protect College Sports Act, which would allow the conference to add two additional members.
Big Ten's Final Answer
Conference commissioner Tony Petitti said there are absolutely no discussions taking place around expansion.
Big Ten's Current Size
The Big Ten has 18 strong members and is focused on growing within that number.
Protect College Sports Act
The bill passed the U.S. Senate by a 77-22 vote and will go to the House of Representatives next.
Big Ten Expansion History
The Big Ten added Nebraska, Rutgers, and Maryland in the 2010s and invited former Pac-12 members in 2024.
Playoff Expansion Debate
The Big Ten supports expanding the College Football Playoff to 24 teams but will keep its current 18 members.
Deadline for Decisions
CFP leadership has a hard deadline of December 1 to finalize any expansion plans for the 2027-28 season.
Big Ten Stays at 18
Whatever happens, the Big Ten looks locked in at 18 teams.
In short
Big Ten will not add more teams despite proposed legislation allowing up to 20 members.
