CFP Demands Big 12 Expand With ACC Schools or Collapse, New Revenue Clause Allows for Realignment

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The latest development in college football's playoff landscape sees the Big 12 and ACC joining forces in support of the proposed College Football Playoff (CFP) revenue model. As reported by Ross Dellenger, Senior College Football Reporter for Yahoo Sports, presidents within both conferences have given the green light for their commissioners to adopt the forthcoming framework, which encompasses a revised revenue distribution model and potential adjustments to the playoff format. This endorsement sets the stage for a new contractual agreement with ESPN. Securing the participation of the Big 12 and ACC represents a significant victory for the evolving playoff structure. While the immediate future will see the implementation of a 12-team, 5+7 format for the 2024 and 2025 seasons, the outlook beyond remains uncertain. Recent discussions have leaned towards expanding the playoff to a 14-team format by 2026. This expansion aims to broaden access and revenue streams for participating teams, coinciding with the CFP's anticipated media rights deal with ESPN, projected at a staggering $1.3 billion starting from 2026. While the exact parameters of the expanded playoff model are still under consideration, negotiations concerning revenue distribution for the 2026 season and beyond are nearing finalization. These developments signal a pivotal moment in the evolution of college football's postseason structure, with stakeholders working to optimize both competitiveness and financial viability. Support Us By Supporting Our Sponsors! Manscaped Get 20% Off and Free Shipping with the code LOCKEDON at Manscaped.com. Bettor Together Download the Bettor Together DFS app now from the app store, and sign-up using promocode LOCKEDON for a chance to win your share of over $1,000 in cash prizes. Amazon Fire TV Fire TV recently created Fire TV Channels to deliver a constant supply of the latest videos from your favorite sports brands, all for free. That includes all of us at Locked On and most of the big pro leagues and college conferences as well. To Learn More, visit www.amazon.com/LockedOnFireTV Nissan Our friends at Nissan have a lineup of SUV’s with the capabilities to take your adventure to the next level. Take the Nissan Rogue, Nissan Pathfinder, or Nissan Armada and go find your next big adventure. Shop NissanUSA.com. LinkedIn These days every new potential hire can feel like a high stakes wager for your small business. That’s why LinkedIn Jobs helps find the right people for your team, faster and for free. Post your job for free at LinkedIn.com/lockedoncollege. Terms and conditions apply. Gametime Download the Gametime app, create an account, and use code LOCKEDON for $20 off your first purchase. FanDuel New customers, join today and you’ll get TWO HUNDRED DOLLARS in BONUS BETS if your first bet of FIVE DOLLARS or more wins. Visit FanDuel.com/LOCKEDON to get started. eBay Motors With all the parts you need at the prices you want, it’s easy to turn your car into the MVP and bring home that win. Keep your ride-or-die alive at EbayMotors.com. Eligible items only. Exclusions apply. eBay Guaranteed Fit only available to US customers. FANDUEL DISCLAIMER: 21+ in select states. First online real money wager only. Bonus issued as nonwithdrawable free bets that expires in 14 days. Restrictions apply. See terms at sportsbook.fanduel.com. Gambling Problem? Call 1-800-GAMBLER or visit FanDuel.com/RG (CO, IA, MD, MI, NJ, PA, IL, VA, WV), 1-800-NEXT-STEP or text NEXTSTEP to 53342 (AZ), 1-888-789-7777 or visit ccpg.org/chat (CT), 1-800-9-WITH-IT (IN), 1-800-522-4700 (WY, KS) or visit ksgamblinghelp.com (KS), 1-877-770-STOP (LA), 1-877-8-HOPENY or text HOPENY (467369) (NY), TN REDLINE 1-800-889-9789 (TN) Follow & Subscribe on all Podcast platforms… 🎧 https://link.chtbl.com/LOBig12?sid=YouTube Locked On College Conferences, HBCU, Basketball & More 🎧 https://linktr.ee/LockedOnCollege Follow on Twitter: https://twitter.com/drakectoll Follow the show on Twitter: https://twitter.com/LOBig12