Key Takeaways Key Takeaways

AI-generated summary reviewed by our newsroom

The SEC argues for more CFP automatic bids, citing its tough regular season.

Critics argue SEC dominance narrative excludes smaller conferences from access.

SEC's nonconference losses weaken argument for guaranteed playoff positioning.

There’s little doubt in my mind that from top to bottom the SEC is the best football conference in the nation.

I’m just not sure incessantly making that claim is in the best interest of the league.

I speak of the SEC’s recent spring meetings in Destin, Florida, which happened to dovetail with talk about changes to the College Football Playoff format.

After a dalliance with a 12-team format, the CFP appears ready to expand to a 16-team field in 2026. The makeup of the 16 teams

See Full Page