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Sources: SEC, Big Ten to hold second AD meeting to explore CFP format changes and more

Is a 14-team College Football Playoff with multi-automatic qualifiers per league possible?

Yahoo Sports - 14h

NFL Playoffs Fantasy Football Playoffs: Rest of Postseason Rankings heading into Conference Championships

Here's how Jamey ranks the remaining players rest of playoffs

CBS Sports - 19h

Lessons from inaugural 12-team College Football Playoff: Format is flawed, home environments provide boost

From seeding issues to incredible on-campus environments, takeaways from the inaugural 12-team CFP season

CBS Sports - 1d

Will Jayden Daniels and the Commanders continue their fairytale playoff run?

The Philadelphia Eagles boast a formidable defense. But the rookie quarterback’s eerie calm could cause another upset. Now that the Washington Commanders have achieved the highly unlikely by ...

The Guardian - 1d

ACC mulling conference championship format tweaks as potential College Football Playoff changes loom ahead

A possible tournament featuring the top four teams in the league is among the changes being discussed

CBS Sports - 1d

What the World Thinks of the New College Football Playoff

To get to this point in the 12-team postseason format took years of debate and planning. But the real question is if it paid off.

The New York Times - 2d

CFP doesn't rule out 'tweaks' to format for 2025

While no major decisions were made regarding the 12-team College Football Playoff format at a meeting Sunday, "tweaks" for 2025 haven't been ruled out.

ESPN - 2d

Lions OT: Unfair to blame Goff for playoff exit

Lions tackle Penei Sewell stuck up for quarterback Jared Goff after Detroit's stunning playoff loss.

ESPN - 2d

Kelce flips 'switch' for playoffs, explodes in KC win

Refreshed for the playoffs, tight end Travis Kelce had seven catches for 117 yards and a touchdown in the Chiefs' 23-14 divisional round win over the Texans.

ESPN - 3d

No debate: The 12-team College Football Playoff was a success

Though not without its flaws, the first 12-team College Football Playoff was an undeniable success.

NBC News - 3d

Lions' Penei Sewell on 49ers heartbreak, playoff motivation

Sewell says he watched last season's playoff loss at least 10 times, and this time the Lions won't be denied.

ESPN - 3d

Is the NFL’s playoff format broken? Barnwell offers six fixes

Add two teams? Go back to 12 teams? Let teams choose their opponents in the wild-card round?

ESPN - 4d

A look at the divisional round of the NFL playoffs

The NFL divisional round kicks off on Saturday, as eight teams looking to advance to conference championship weekend. It starts in Kansas City, where the Chiefs take on the Houston Texans. That ...

CBS News - 4d

Why College Football Playoff seeding format is unlikely to change next season

Eliminating the CFP’s rule designating the top four seeds and first-round byes to conference champions won't likely happen next year.

Yahoo Sports - 4d

What to know about the divisional round of the NFL playoffs

"The NFL Today" analyst and Pro Football Hall of Fame coach Bill Cowher joins "CBS Mornings" to break down what to expect ahead of the divisional round of the NFL playoffs, including a highly ...

CBS News - 5d

Inside the 4 NFL playoff games this weekends

Eight NFL teams are facing off in four playoff games this weekend with one goal in sight: Super Bowl 59. NBC’s Kaylee Hartung reports for TODAY.

NBC News - 5d

The College Football Playoff has one glaring problem

College football always had a natural endpoint: New Year’s Day. Now, though, the playoff stretches uncomfortably deep into January.

Yahoo Sports - 5d

2025 TGL golf schedule, results, format, rosters, where to watch Tiger Woods, Rory McIlroy simulation league

The TGL continues Tuesday with its second match of the season

CBS Sports - Jan. 15

Eagles LB Dean (knee) to miss rest of playoffs

Eagles starting linebacker Nakobe Dean tore the patellar tendon in his left knee during Sunday's wild-card playoff win and will miss the remainder of the playoffs, a league source confirmed.

ESPN - Jan. 13

The Key Takeaways From the First Round of the N.F.L. Playoffs

After early playoff exits, several teams face pressing questions.

The New York Times - Jan. 13

In Dominating Steelers, Ravens Show Their Playoff Potential: ‘This Is the Appetizer’

Baltimore showed why it is a legitimate Super Bowl threat.

The New York Times - Jan. 12

Will Lamar Jackson overcome ghosts of playoffs past?

Baltimore will find out if its two-time MVP can use postseason experience to push toward his ultimate goal.

ESPN - Jan. 11

2025 NFL Wild Card Weekend: League to review seeding format as three teams with better record face road game

Division winners are rewarded with a home game regardless of their record

CBS Sports - Jan. 11

NFL moves Vikings-Rams playoff tilt to Arizona

The NFL has moved Monday's playoff game between the Vikings and Rams to Arizona, saying the decision was made in the interest of public safety as wildfires continue to ravage Southern California.

ESPN - Jan. 10

Women’s Ashes rivals united in appeal for three Tests in multi-format series

Gardner and Beaumont call for series to be expanded Australia and England begin with ODI on 12 January Australia all-rounder Ash Gardner and England opener Tammy Beaumont have put their rivalry ...

The Guardian - Jan. 8

Lamar attributes playoff woes to being 'too antsy'

Ravens quarterback Lamar Jackson attributes his 2-4 mark in the postseason to being "too antsy," but says he has found a way to balance that out.

ESPN - Jan. 7

Lions expect Montgomery to be ready for playoffs

Detroit Lions coach Dan Campbell said he expects veteran running back David Montgomery, who suffered an MCL injury in the Week 15 loss to the Buffalo Bills and has been sidelined the past three ...

ESPN - Jan. 7

Ranking the 14 NFL quarterbacks in this year's playoffs

Who is the best quarterback in this year's NFL playoffs? From Patrick Mahomes to Jared Goff and Jalen Hurts, let's rank the 14 signal callers.

Yahoo Sports - Jan. 7

Seahawks fire OC Grubb after missing playoffs

The Seahawks have fired offensive coordinator Ryan Grubb after one season, coach Mike Macdonald confirmed Monday.

ESPN - Jan. 6

NFL playoff narratives for all 14 postseason teams: Sam Darnold not playoff tested? Lions too banged up?

A narrative surrounding each playoff team

CBS Sports - Jan. 6

Week 18 NFL playoff picture: Ranking games with most important playoff implications after Vikings-Lions

Ranking the Week 18 games that matter in terms of importance

CBS Sports - Jan. 5

Commanders get RB Ekeler back ahead of playoffs

The Commanders activated running back Austin Ekeler off injured reserve, giving them a key offensive player back as they prepare for the postseason.

ESPN - Jan. 4

Is It Time for the N.F.L. to Rethink Its Playoff Format?

On Sunday, the Lions and Vikings face off to determine the N.F.C. No. 1 seed. The loser plays the first round on the road.

The New York Times - Jan. 4

Swiatek and Boulter showcase new lease of life for mixed doubles format

United Cup attracted a healthy field of top players and this dynamic and intense event appears to be thriving. Towards the end of the frantic, tension-filled mixed doubles tussle between Poland and ...

The Guardian - Jan. 4