ESPN Signs $1.7 Billion Deal Ending Major College Football Championship Games to Double Playoff Field
Key Highlights: The College Football Playoff will expand from its current 12-team model to a 24-team bracket beginning in the 2027 season. ESPN secured exclusive media rights through the 2031 postseason via an additional five-year contract worth nearly $1.7 billion. Under the new format, the top eight seeds will receive first-round byes, conference championship weekend ...