The Southeastern Conference finds itself internally divided on College Football Playoff expansion plans, according to a CBS Sports survey, while the other three Power Four conferences have aligned behind a 24-team tournament format.

The survey revealed that SEC coaches and athletic directors are split on how the playoff should expand, creating uncertainty within college football's most prominent conference. In contrast, the Big Ten, Big 12, and ACC have reached consensus supporting the 24-team model.

The disagreement comes as College Football Playoff expansion is expected to be a major topic of discussion at the SEC's upcoming spring meetings. The conference's position will be crucial in determining the future format of college football's postseason structure.

Currently, the College Football Playoff features four teams competing in a semifinal and championship format. Expansion discussions have been ongoing for several years, with various models proposed ranging from 8 to 24 teams.

The SEC's internal division contrasts sharply with the unified stance taken by other major conferences, potentially complicating negotiations over the playoff's future structure. The conference's ultimate decision could significantly influence whether and how the playoff expands in coming years.