that it should be 32 is not by accident. I have been around TV, and 90+% is planned before it ever comes out of their mouth. That said, I think Fox and the other networks want in on the playoff numbers now that they see them. They also know that Indiana going 16-0, with the Portal and NIL, that at least 48 can win it. I also am a little surprised that people are not talking about Franklin turning down SEC team(s) to come to the ACC. Winning the ACC automatic bid “right now” admittedly is easier than the SEC or B1G. Virginia Tech in our darkest years in 35-40 years has competed with Miami lately, that was one or two plays from winning the National Championship this year. You could easily say that if Mendoza wasn’t unbelievably motivated by his Mom’s physical challenges, Miami is your National Champion this year, and again, Virginia Tech has competed closely with Miami, and probably ripped off in 24 game by the replay officials. ** Edited by Stech at 2/21/2026, 2:27:06 PM