Notre Dame football coach Marcus Freeman has approved of a proposed move to expand the College Football Playoff to 24 teams, according to reports published Monday, November 9, 2026.
Freeman's endorsement adds a prominent voice to ongoing conversations about the future structure of college football's postseason. The Fighting Irish coach has led Notre Dame to consecutive College Football Playoff appearances since taking over the program.
No formal proposal for a 24-team playoff has been adopted by the CFP management committee.
