STANDOFF: The RIFT Between Big Ten and SEC Holding Up College Football Playoff Format for 2026!

COLLEGE FOOTBALL PLAYOFF NEGOTIATIONS HIT A SNAG. Will the Big Ten and SEC find common ground?

We break down the sudden shift in College Football Playoff expansion talks. Tony Petitti and Greg Sankey, once aligned on a 16-team format, now face a stalemate. The SEC's push for a 5+11 structure has thrown plans into disarray. We analyze potential solutions, including Rich Clark's possible intervention, and speculate on the likelihood of extending the current 12-team format.

Our recruiting roundup covers major moves across the Big Ten. Michigan and Notre Dame eye 4 star DB Donovan Webb, while Nebraska secures commits from Luke Sorensen and Jamal Rule. We highlight Michigan State's red-hot 2026 class and Jonathan Smith's impressive four-star wide receiver pickup.

Tune in for our "Tuesday Tweets" segment, where we dissect the latest Big Ten buzz and offer unique insights on conference dynamics.

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