The College Football Playoff has expanded to 12 teams for the 2024-25 season, allowing more opportunities for teams, including those from the Group of Five. Boise State and Tulane are among the top contenders for this inaugural playoff under the new format, with Boise State returning a strong roster and Tulane looking to capitalize on favorable matchups. The playoff committee will release its first rankings on November 5, with weekly updates leading to the final rankings on December 8, after conference championships. While the expansion may lessen the prestige of simply making the playoffs, it aims to include more deserving teams, addressing past controversies where undefeated teams were left out. Players and coaches across college football welcome the change, seeing it as a fair chance for all programs to compete for the national championship. High-profile teams like Georgia remain focused on winning another title, despite the evolving landscape of playoff expectations.