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Tennessee Coach Heupel Advocates for 24-Team Playoff Expansion

3/3/2026

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Josh Heupel, Tennessee head coach, supports expanding the College Football Playoff to 24 teams.
Heupel's stance reflects a growing sentiment among coaches, including Kirby Smart, Georgia head coach.
Some critics, such as talk show host Josh Pate, believe expansion is unnecessary.
Critics argue that a larger playoff could yield predictable outcomes and more team-selection complaints.
The current 12-team format remains through 2026 as leaders discuss future changes.

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Josh Heupel, Tennessee head coach, supports expanding the College Football Playoff to 24 teams.
Heupel's stance reflects a growing sentiment among coaches, including Kirby Smart, Georgia head coach.
Some critics, such as talk show host Josh Pate, believe expansion is unnecessary.
Critics argue that a larger playoff could yield predictable outcomes and more team-selection complaints.
The current 12-team format remains through 2026 as leaders discuss future changes.