ATHENS, Ga. — Under coach Kirby Smart, Georgia figures to be a factor in the College Football Playoff going forward, no matter its current or future format. For now, at least, we know it’s expanding to 12 teams no later than the 2026 season. That was decided by unanimous vote Friday by the CFP’s board of managers.
Smart had been hesitant to share his feelings about an expanded playoff in the past. However, like most SEC coaches, his comments indicated that he favored it.
Now that a 12-team playoff is a done deal, Smart was asked about it Monday at his weekly news conference.
