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Division II expands football playoffs from 28 to 32 teams to accommodate automatic qualifiers
- The NCAA announced expanding the Division II football playoffs from 28 to 32 teams this season.
- This expansion accommodates a format change awarding 16 conferences automatic bids.
- Division II policy requires considering expansion when automatic qualifiers exceed 50%.
- The expansion increases the field from 28 to 32 teams.
- Top seeds will no longer receive first-round byes.
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Division II Football Championship expands to 32 teams - Dodge City Daily Globe
In a landmark move for NCAA Division II football, the Division II Executive Board has approved the expansion of the Football Championship bracket from 28 to 32 teams, beginning with the 2025 season. The decision, finalized this week, reflects a broader commitment to increasing opportunities for student-athletes and enhancing the postseason experience.
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Division II expands football playoffs from 28 to 32 teams to accommodate automatic qualifiers
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