CHICAGO — The Big Ten Conference would do away with its championship game if college football adopts a 24-team playoff.
Commissioner Tony Petitti says that’s a worthwhile sacrifice to get his preferred postseason format.
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“When we make this decision as a league – are we going to support 24 – that’s where you start the conversation,” Petitti said as the Big Ten opened its football media days. “Are you willing to give up your championship game to have the expanded playoff?”
Pettiti mentioned this possibility back in May as he stepped up his push to double the 12-team playoff. He conceded a 24-team
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