Texas Longhorns head coach Steve Sarkisian said the expansion of the College Football Playoff should encourage teams to schedule more high-profile nonconference games. Speaking on November 9, 2026, Sarkisian argued that a larger playoff field reduces the risk of a single early-season loss derailing a championship bid, making tougher out-of-conference matchups more attractive for programs seeking to strengthen their résumés.
Steve Sarkisian: CFP expansion should encourage high-profile nonconference games
