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Saban Warns 24-Team Playoff Risks Coaches' Jobs
Nick Saban says expanded playoff could fire coaches if they miss cut.
In brief
Nick Saban says expanded playoff could fire coaches if they miss cut. Nick Saban warns 24-team College Football Playoff expansion risks job security for coaches who miss the field. Originally reported by EssentiallySports.
Playoff expansion planned
College football prepares for 24-team playoff expansion after three seasons with 12 teams.
Saban warns of job risks
Nick saban says expanded playoff could fire coaches if they miss the cut.
“it’s also going to create an expectation that if you don’t get in the playoffs, we’re going to fire your a”
Handshake deal for 24 teams
ESPN and cfp officials reportedly reached a handshake agreement to expand playoff to 24 teams starting in 2027.
Financial terms of deal
ESPN would pay an additional $345 million annually on top of existing $1.3 billion over five years.
Coaches face pressure
Even an 8-4 team could earn playoff berth with 19 at-large spots and four power four conference champions.
Saban's job security concern
Saban says coaches could lose jobs if they miss playoff cut with expanded field.
“the bottom line is money. that’s the bottom line”
The key point
Nick Saban warns 24-team College Football Playoff expansion risks job security for coaches who miss the field.
