The NCAA Division II football playoffs will expand from 28 to 32 teams beginning this season to accommodate for the format ...

Indianapolis – The NCAA Division II football playoffs will expand from 28 to 32 teams beginning this season to accommodate ...

INDIANAPOLIS -- The NCAA Division II football playoffs will expand from 28 to 32 teams beginning this season to accommodate the format change that will award automatic bids to all 16 conferences.

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.