Greg Sankey: No Decision on CFP Expansion Expected at SEC Spring Meetings
Greg Sankey, the SEC commissioner, indicated that no decision on College Football Playoff expansion is expected during the SEC spring meetings. Despite significant anticipation, Sankey emphasized that the focus will be on studying the implications of a potential 24-team format. He reaffirmed his commitment to maintaining the SEC Championship Game amidst discussions about playoff structure.
- ▪Sankey stated that the SEC is currently the lone holdout on expanding the College Football Playoff to 24 teams.
- ▪The Big Ten and other conferences have expressed support for the 24-team format, while Sankey favors a 16-team model.
- ▪Sankey advised reporters not to expect a consensus on playoff expansion during this week's meetings.
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