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McLaughlin: What Pundits are Missing about 5+11 Format

> Spencer also discusses the chances of SMU and Indiana returning to the CFB Playoff
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Spencer McLaughlin talks about wha the national pundits are missing in evaluating the proposed 5-plus-11 CFP format | College Football Playoff


  By Spencer McLaughlin of Locked on CFB for SuperWest Sports

June 3, 2025


The reported 5-plus-11 format drew criticism from national pundits Joel Klatt of FOX and Josh Pate of CBS Sports.

One of Klatt’s critiques overlooks a key element.

On today’s episode of Locked On College Football, I discuss whether SMU will return to the Playoff.

The Mustangs along with Indiana face a similar challenge to make the 12-team format again. (12:13)

Ilinois logoIllinois QB Luke Altmyer told On3’s Pete Nakos that he turned down SEC offers to stay with the Illini for his last season of college football.

The story is an example of how NIL is helping balance the playing field in college football. (21:05)

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