CFP Shake-Up: Automatic Bids, Playoff Expansion & Power Moves | GSMC College Football Podcast

Welcome to the GSMC College Football Podcast by the GSMC Sports Network — your go-to destination for all the latest college football talk, available on YouTube, Apple Podcasts, and Spotify! In this episode, we break down seismic updates surrounding the College Football Playoff — including changes to automatic bids, playoff seeding, and expansion plans for 2026.

With the SEC and Big Ten wielding growing influence, the 12-team playoff model could soon become 14 teams, shifting power and revenue dynamics across the sport. Should automatic bids be earned through season-long performance or TV metrics? Could we see play-in games for conference bragging rights and a $4 million quarterfinal bonus? We cover it all — plus what’s next at the CFP committee meeting in Asheville. Don’t miss deep analysis, bold takes, and future-forward football talk. Subscribe today and stay ahead of the curve with GSMC College Football Podcast — your voice in the evolving college football era.

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