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College Football Shifts to 12-Team Playoff Format

2/28/2025

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College football is undergoing a transformation with the introduction of a 12-team playoff format. Coaches, such as Nebraska's Matt Rhule, are pushing for lighter non-conference schedules to enhance playoff prospects, even at the expense of fan excitement. Meanwhile, teams like SMU and Michigan State are gearing up for fierce battles in their conferences as they chase postseason glory in 2025.

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Story summary

College football is undergoing a transformation with the introduction of a 12-team playoff format. Coaches, such as Nebraska's Matt Rhule, are pushing for lighter non-conference schedules to enhance playoff prospects, even at the expense of fan excitement. Meanwhile, teams like SMU and Michigan State are gearing up for fierce battles in their conferences as they chase postseason glory in 2025.