- Expansion could make the regular season more meaningful — expect mandated marquee non‑conference matchups (Texas vs. Ohio State, Georgia vs. Oregon) that boost résumé-building.
- More on-campus playoff games (up to eight) mean bigger home‑field advantages, louder atmospheres and cheaper travel for fans.
- Major drawbacks: the field may be diluted (teams with 3–4 losses could sneak in) and conference championship games might disappear as they become a risky “tax” on top teams.
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