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SEC Commissioner Greg Sankey says the sport must first determine the 'tipping point' of meaningful games before expanding the College Football Playoff, as support for a 16‑team model wanes and a 24‑team proposal gains traction.
All‑American Missouri running back Ahmad Hardy was shot in the leg at a concert in Laurel, Mississippi, early Saturday night. He underwent surgery and is now listed in stable condition, while authorities pursue leads and the NFL draft prospects of the rising star remain uncertain.
Recent chatter suggests the long‑dormant rivalry between Notre Dame and USC may be revived, but significant hurdles remain before a deal is struck.
With a 13‑14 conference record, the Volunteers must navigate a critical week to overtake rivals and secure a top‑eight seed, a feat that would grant them a first‑round bye in the SEC Tournament.
The American Football Coaches Association has outlined a 24‑team College Football Playoff that would eliminate conference championship games, give the top eight teams a bye and move the national title to an earlier date, sparking mixed responses from coaches like Rich Rodriguez and Wren Baker.
Paul Finebaum argues that only 16 teams are viable for the playoff, warning that a larger field would dilute the regular season, while SEC Commissioner Greg Sankey echoes the caution and Big Ten Commissioner Tony Petitti continues to champion a 24‑team model.