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Big 12 Commissioner Brett Yormark speaks at the Big 12 NCAA college football media days in Frisco, Texas, Tuesday, July 8, 2025. (AP Photo/LM Otero)

Big 12 commissioner doubles down on preference for 5-11 playoff model if CFP expands

Big 12 Commissioner Brett Yormark is doubling down on his preference for staying with only five automatic qualifiers if the College Football Playoff does expand to 16 teams as many expect after this season. He favors that over having guaranteed multiple bids for all the power conferences. Yormark says at Big 12 football media days that there is a responsibility to do what’s right for college football, not just what’s right for one or two leagues. The Southeastern Conference and Big Ten will have more of a say on the playoff format starting in 2026.

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