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Big 12's Yormark Advocates Fair 5+11 Playoff Format

7/9/2025

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Big 12 commissioner Brett Yormark passionately endorsed the 5+11 College Football Playoff format at media days in Frisco, Texas. He champions this structure for its fairness, granting five automatic bids to top conference champions and 11 at-large spots. With a roster of strong returning quarterbacks, Yormark anticipates multiple playoff entries for the Big 12 this season.

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Big 12 commissioner Brett Yormark passionately endorsed the 5+11 College Football Playoff format at media days in Frisco, Texas. He champions this structure for its fairness, granting five automatic bids to top conference champions and 11 at-large spots. With a roster of strong returning quarterbacks, Yormark anticipates multiple playoff entries for the Big 12 this season.