The College Football Playoff is nearing a deal to expand to 24 teams beginning in 2027, ESPN reports. SEC commissioner Greg Sankey said there is “an openness to College Football Playoff expansion” and that he expects a decision on expanding the current 12-team field to 24 teams “sooner rather than later.” Asked if the SEC is open to a 24-team playoff, Sankey said, “I’ve always communicated that we’ve never said no.”