CFP Expansion: Who Wants 24 Teams (and Who Doesn’t)? | Matt Hayes Talks College Football on TNR

Get ready for a deep dive into the biggest storylines shaping the future of college football as USA Today’s Matt Hayes joins The Next Round! 🏈 In this conversation, we break down the most pressing issues across the sport—from potential College Football Playoff expansion to the growing power dynamics between conferences and television networks. If you're a die-hard fan of the SEC, Big Ten, or the national landscape as a whole, this episode is packed with insight you won’t want to miss. 🔥 Topics Covered: The AFCA’s recommendation for maximum participation in the College Football Playoff Is a 24-team playoff closer than we think? Is SEC Commissioner Greg Sankey standing alone in opposing expansion? What happens to conference championship games if the playoff grows? How much pressure is on Lane Kiffin to win quickly at LSU? Could college football programs eventually negotiate their own TV deals? Matt Hayes brings expert analysis, insider perspective, and bold opinions on where the sport is heading next. 👍 If you love college football content like this: Smash the LIKE button SUBSCRIBE to The Next Round for more interviews, analysis, and breaking news Turn on notifications so you never miss an episode 💬 Drop your thoughts in the comments: Do you want a 24-team playoff? Should conference title games stick around? 📺 Stay tuned to The Next Round—your home for college football conversation, SEC talk, and the biggest voices in the game. #CollegeFootball #CFBPlayoff #SEC #BigTen #LaneKiffin #TheNextRound #LSU #football Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices