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Why a 24-Team Playoff Could Ruin Great Football Weekends

Why a 24-Team Playoff Could Ruin Great Football Weekends
World Sports · 09:23:20 - Thursday, 5 November 2026

Columnist Jay Busbee argues that expanding the playoff to 24 teams would diminish the quality and excitement of football weekends.

The piece was published on November 4, 2026.

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