The College Football Playoff has officially announced an expansion to 24 teams as part of a massive new media rights agreement with ESPN. The deal, reported on November 9, 2026, marks a significant increase from the current format and underscores the growing value of college football postseason content.
Details of the financial terms and the exact structure of the expanded playoff were not disclosed in the initial announcement. The agreement is expected to reshape the postseason landscape and provide more opportunities for programs across the country.
