The Big Ten's radical idea to expand the College Football Playoff from 12 to 28 teams is already off to a rocky start, according to industry sources who spoke to CBS Sports on the condition of anonymity.

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"Worst Idea Ever": Big Ten Facing Backlash for Reported College Football Playoff Idea originally appeared on Athlon Sports. The College Football Playoff is entering its 12th season already, and the second of the 12-team era. Last year was seen as a major success, especially with playoff games being played on campus for the first time.

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