NCAA proposal would allow transitioning FCS teams to reach CFP in year 1

March 20, 2026

By Brandon Marcello, CBS Sports: The rule that barred teams transitioning from FCS to FBS from postseason play in their first year appears to be on its way out.

On Thursday, the Division I FBS Oversight Committee introduced legislation to eliminate the two-year transition penalty, effective with the 2026 season, provided they finish with a 6-6 record and can fulfill one of their conference’s bowl commitments.

The timing is significant for North Dakota State and Sacramento State, both of which make the jump to the FBS in July.

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NCAA proposal would allow FCS programs transitioning to FBS to reach CFP in first year

The NCAA's FBS Oversight Committee introduced legislation Thursday that would allow North Dakota State, Sacramento State and any future FCS-to-FBS programs to compete in bowl games -- and potentially the College Football Playoff -- in their first season.

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