College Football Playoff to Expand to 24 Teams Starting in 2027

• The College Football Playoff is nearing a deal to expand to 24 teams.
• The new 24-team format is expected to begin in the 2027 college football season.
• The expansion deal is pending final approvals and is expected to be finalized soon.
• ESPN holds the broadcast rights to the current 12-team playoff and will also broadcast the additional games.
• The CFP is finalizing a deal with ESPN to purchase the additional CFP games through the 2031 season.