SEC Commissioner: No imminent decision on expanded CFP in works
Reuters
Last updated: May 26, 2026
SEC Commissioner Greg Sankey indicated that the league would not vote on College Football Playoff expansion this week, despite favoring a 16-team field. Major disagreements persist between the SEC and other conferences regarding the playoff format, with a December 1 deadline looming for a decision on expansion for the 2027-28 season.
- The SEC is studying the implications of a 24-team playoff bracket, which Sankey views with caution due to potential risks and the elimination of conference championship games.
- Sankey cited existing SEC television contracts and the significant revenue loss from foregoing a championship game as substantial impediments to a 24-team expansion.
- Georgia President Jere Morehead expressed opposition to a jump to 24 teams, preferring a move to 16 teams first or remaining at 12.
- Discussions within the SEC will also address the lack of progress on NIL enforcement and governance from the College Sports Commission.
