Former Alabama head coach Nick Saban has expressed concern over the planned expansion of the College Football Playoff to 24 teams, stating that the new format includes "too many" teams. The comments were reported on November 6, 2026. Saban, who led Alabama to multiple national championships, argued that the enlarged playoff could dilute the significance of the regular season and the postseason.
Nick Saban Criticizes 24-Team College Football Playoff Expansion
