From OutKick · Austin Perry · · 1m
College Football Playoff Expansion Risks Health of the Game
College football's move to 24-team playoff threatens its core fanbase and regional identity.
In brief
College football's move to 24-team playoff threatens its core fanbase and regional identity. College football's expansion to 24 teams risks alienating its loyal fanbase by appealing to a broader but less engaged audience. Originally reported by OutKick.
College Football Playoff Expansion
College football announced it will expand its playoff from 12 to 24 teams.
Growing the Game Debate
The phrase 'grow the game' has been used by college football to appeal to wider audiences.
Historical Playoff Models
College football has expanded its playoff from a four-game model to a 12-team model.
Fanbase Concerns
Loyal college football fans are regionally focused and passionate about the sport.
NFL Comparison
College football aims to mimic NFL's postseason participation rates with 24-team model.
Risk to Identity
Expanding the playoff risks alienating loyal fans by appealing to a lowest common denominator.
What Happens Next
College football must balance growth with maintaining its core fanbase identity.
The short version
College football's expansion to 24 teams risks alienating its loyal fanbase by appealing to a broader but less engaged audience.
