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‘We Decided To Move Forward’ — CFP Director Defends 24-Team Playoff Expansion Decision After Weighing ‘The Fan Sentiment’

Published by Pro Football Network on November 9, 2026 at 5:16 PM ET

College football fans who wanted the playoff to stay at 12 teams got a candid answer from Rich Clark on Monday. The CFP executive director knew plenty of them opposed expansion.

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