From Newsweek · Aman Sharma · · 40s
Big Ten and SEC Scheduling Shift
Big Ten and SEC prepare tiered matchups as College Football Playoff expands to 24 teams.
In brief
Big Ten and SEC prepare tiered matchups as College Football Playoff expands to 24 teams. Big Ten and SEC will implement tiered scheduling agreements for 24-team College Football Playoff starting in 2027. Originally reported by Newsweek.
Scheduling Agreements
Big Ten and SEC will create tiered matchups for the College Football Playoff once it expands to 24 teams.
“There are scheduling agreements that are in place once this thing expands officially.”
24-Team Format Timeline
The College Football Playoff will expand to 24 teams starting in 2027 with 19 at-large bids and automatic spots for Power 4 champions.
Scheduling Impact
Big Ten commissioner Tony Petitti and SEC commissioner Greg Sankey agree on balanced schedules with a 10-game minimum against power-conference opponents.
“I think Greg is right.”
The essence
Big Ten and SEC will implement tiered scheduling agreements for 24-team College Football Playoff starting in 2027.
