The College Football Playoff is nearing a deal to expand from 12 to 24 teams from 2027, ESPN reports.

The reported deal, which would double the postseason field, is still pending final approvals.

The playoff called its talks with ESPN constructive in a Thursday statement.

Under the proposed format, the top eight seeds would receive first-round byes.

Seeds nine to 16 would host seeds 17 to 24 in the opening round.

Quarterfinals and semifinals would stay in the New Year’s Six bowl rotation.

The national championship game would still be played in January.

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