Sun Belt coach backs 24-team CFP, pitches separate G6 playoff

Expansion targets 2027 start as coaches warn of fallout

Wire Report IntelligenceUpdated 1h1 min read

Asked coaches their take on the 24-team CFP. One Sun Belt head coach said he’s “good with” the expansion, adding: “We ne Via @BruceFeldmanCFB on X

What happened: Bruce Feldman asked coaches about the proposed 24-team field. One Sun Belt head coach said he is good with expansion but wants Group of 6 teams to have their own playoff to compete for something.

Why it matters: A separate Group of 6 bracket would reshape access for leagues outside the power structure. Coaches have warned expansion carries unintended consequences for the regular season.

What to watch: CFP leaders still must finalize the format for 2027. Group of 6 support for a separate bracket is the split to track.

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