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With the expanded 12-team format now in place, Ohio State head coach Ryan Day has already made an impact by leading the Buckeyes to a national championship. But as the playoff looks toward further changes, Day delivers a strong message: the Big Ten needs more automatic qualifiers.
In an interview with ESPN, Day stated that the Big Ten-now featuring 18 teams-deserves at least four automatic bids. He argues the level of talent across the conference is simply too strong to be overlooked.
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“We have some of the best programs in the country”
“We’re in the Big Ten, and we have some of the best programs in the country,” Day told ESPN. “I feel like we deserve at least four automatic qualifiers.” His point gains weight considering Ohio State is scheduled to face Texas this year in a major non-conference showdown.
Day explained that without guaranteed playoff spots, teams are less motivated to schedule big non-conference games. “We play nine conference games in the Big Ten. The SEC doesn’t. So it’s not equal,” he added.
More games, more injuries… and fewer players?
Another concern Day raised involves player health and roster depth. With the season potentially stretching to 16 or even 17 games, he believes current roster sizes are insufficient. He proposes increasing the roster limit from 105 to 120 players.
Unlike the NFL, where teams can sign free agents or use waivers to replace injured players, college teams don’t have that option. “That puts us at a disadvantage,” Day said.
Automatic qualification: a decision that can’t wait
Day’s proposals come as the CFP committee already discusses conference-based automatic bids. Without thoughtful changes, the playoff could see top programs entering the postseason with depleted rosters.
Ryan Day’s message is clear: if college football wants a fair and competitive playoff, structural adjustments are urgently needed.
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