Writer Criticizes College Football Playoff Timing

In 2026, during Year 5 of Lincoln Riley’s tenure, USC football fans anticipate a push for the College Football Playoff (CFP). However, if the Trojans reach the playoffs, they will face a challenging format, unlike the streamlined NFL playoffs. National writer Matt Hayes critiques the CFP’s inefficiency and suggests adjusting the college football calendar to improve the experience, including moving championship week to Thanksgiving and hosting the national championship at the Rose Bowl. Such changes would embrace new realities while honoring tradition.

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