Big 12 Coach Admits College Football is Broken After Missing Out on CFP

After the chaos of the 2025 College Football Playoff, Arizona State’s Kenny Dillingham is ready to admit the sport is broken. It’s a bold statement coming from a seasoned coach who has dedicated his career to the game, but Dillingham is not alone in his sentiment. As the dust settles on what was supposed to be the pinnacle of college football, many are left questioning the current state of the sport.

It all started with the expansion of the playoff system in 2023. The decision to increase the number of teams from four to eight was met with mixed reactions. On one hand, it provided more opportunities for teams to compete for the national title. On the other hand, it opened up a whole new can of worms. The selection process became even more controversial, with arguments over which teams deserved to be in the playoff and which were unfairly left out.

But the real chaos began in 2025, when the playoff committee announced that they would be expanding the tournament to 12 teams. This decision was met with outrage from coaches, players, and fans alike. It seemed like a desperate attempt to appease everyone, but instead, it only created more confusion and chaos.

The 2025 playoff was a disaster from start to finish. The selection process was a mess, with teams being chosen based on their popularity rather than their performance on the field. The matchups were lopsided, with some teams having an easier path to the championship than others. And to top it all off, the championship game was plagued with controversy, as a questionable call by the referees ultimately decided the outcome.

For Dillingham, it was the final straw. He had always been a staunch supporter of the college football playoff, but now he couldn’t deny the flaws in the system any longer. In a press conference after the championship game, he boldly stated, “The sport is broken. We have lost sight of what college football is supposed to be about – fair competition and the pursuit of excellence.”

Dillingham’s words struck a chord with many in the college football community. Coaches, players, and fans alike were tired of the constant drama and controversy surrounding the playoff. They were tired of feeling like the game they loved was being manipulated for the sake of ratings and revenue.

But amidst all the chaos and frustration, Dillingham also offered a glimmer of hope. He proposed a solution that would not only fix the broken playoff system but also restore the integrity of the sport. His idea was simple – a return to the traditional bowl system.

Under this system, the top four teams in the country would compete in the traditional bowl games – the Rose Bowl, Sugar Bowl, Orange Bowl, and Cotton Bowl. The winners of these games would then face off in a national championship game, just like in the old days. This would eliminate the need for a playoff committee and the controversial selection process, and it would also bring back the excitement and prestige of the traditional bowl games.

Dillingham’s proposal has gained traction among his colleagues and fans, with many calling for a return to the traditional bowl system. But it’s not just about the format of the playoff – it’s also about the values that college football should uphold. Dillingham believes that the sport should prioritize the well-being of the players, fair competition, and the overall integrity of the game.

As we look towards the future of college football, it’s clear that changes need to be made. The chaos of the 2025 playoff has exposed the flaws in the current system, and it’s time for a change. Dillingham’s bold statement has sparked a much-needed conversation about the direction of the sport, and it’s up to all of us to ensure that the changes made are in the best interest of the game and its players.

In the end, it’s not about who wins the national championship or how many teams are in the playoff. It’s about preserving the essence of college football – the passion, the tradition, and the camaraderie. And with leaders like Kenny Dillingham at the forefront, we can hope for a future where the sport is once again celebrated for all the right reasons.