Expanding the Playoff for Fairness and Tradition | USC Trojans Football News

College football’s playoff system is under fire to expand to 16 teams, driven by the dominance of two super conferences and the need to preserve beloved non-conference rivalries like USC vs. Notre Dame. With tougher conference schedules squeezing in playoff chances, a larger field could offer more flexibility—and keep tradition alive while keeping the competition fierce. Coaches like Lincoln Riley are watching closely, hoping for a clearer path to the big stage without sacrificing the drama fans crave. Listen in comfort:Get a discount on a Soli Pillow: http://solipillow.com/discount/dnn. Advertise on DNN:[email protected] This is an automated, high-level news summary based on public reporting.Report issues to [email protected]. View sources & latest updates:https://sources.thednn.ai/fea0c3347684e8ae