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The NCAA Football season is set to begin in less than a month, and this year brings an exciting change: the introduction of a 12-team playoff bracket for the 2024-25 season. Expanding from the current four-team format, this new setup provides more opportunities for less common teams to make a deep run in pursuit of the National Championship, while also bringing significant economic benefits to the teams and the NCAA.
The Buffaloes Are Must-see
One of the most intriguing teams this season is the Colorado Buffaloes, led by Deion Sanders. Coach Prime recently shared a video with the caption "Fall Camp is Underway - Football Season Starts Now." In the video, Sanders delivered a motivational message to his Colorado players and staff as they prepare for the college football season. "Do what you're told to do. We're not missing any more time," Sanders emphasized about the season, just like the other teams they are starting from scratch and as always discipline is important to transcend.
"That's on y'all, it's on y'all. Figure out who you are going to be right now, but take some responsibility for yourself." Sanders expects the best from his team in what promises to be an emotional season for him, given the likely departure of his two sons to the NFL. Shedeur Sanders, projected to be a top-10 pick in the 2025 NFL Draft, along with Travis Hunter, a dual-threat as both a receiver and cornerback, will be playing their final season with Colorado. Shilo Sanders, the safety, will also be completing his last season.
Opportunity with the New Format
With the new playoff format, expectations for the Buffaloes are higher than ever. The expanded 12-team bracket provides a realistic chance for Colorado to make it to the playoffs, which would be a significant boost for ratings and showcase the team's progress compared to the previous season. Success this season would not only highlight Deion Sanders' impressive coaching skills but also potentially open doors for him to go to other university or even to coach in the NFL.
The new 12-team College Football Playoff field will include the five highest-ranked conference champions, who will receive automatic bids. The seven highest-ranked remaining teams will round out the 12-team format. The four highest-ranked conference champions will be seeded Nos. 1-4 and receive a first-round bye.
This expanded format promises an exciting and competitive season, with more teams having the chance to compete for the national title. For fans of the Colorado Buffaloes and college football in general, this season is shaping up to be one of the most thrilling in Colorado history.