Let’s fix the playoff format: Six options and the pros, cons and plausibility for each

Bill Barnwell, ESPN Staff WriterJan 16, 2025, 06:20 AM ET

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The 2024 NFL season marks the fifth year of the 14-team playoff bracket. The league’s decision to expand the playoffs from 12

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