College Football Playoff doubles up, expands to 24 teams beginning next season

November 9, 2026Updated: November 9, 2026

By Associated Press (AP)

College Football Playoff doubles up, expands to 24 teams beginning next season

Fans storm the field after an NCAA college football game between Southern California and Rio State, Saturday, October. 31, 2026, in Los Angeles. (AP Photo/Ryan Sun).

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State

College Football Playoff doubles up, expands to 24 teams beginning next season

Regional

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The Well receives $2.1 million to expand northeast Nebraska behavioral health services

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College Football Playoff doubles up, expands to 24 teams beginning next season

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