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Critics Slam 12-Team Playoff Format Amid Quarterfinal Chaos

1/4/2025

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Critics are raising concerns over the new 12-team College Football Playoff format, particularly the automatic byes granted to the top four conference champions, all of whom faced defeat in the quarterfinals. With unanimous consent needed for changes, fans may have to wait until the contract expires in 2025 for any significant reforms.

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Critics are raising concerns over the new 12-team College Football Playoff format, particularly the automatic byes granted to the top four conference champions, all of whom faced defeat in the quarterfinals. With unanimous consent needed for changes, fans may have to wait until the contract expires in 2025 for any significant reforms.