Joel Klatt's Fix for College Football

College Football Playoff and Bowl Season

Expand the CFP to 14 teams.

Create qualifying games for automatic conference berths.

Expand access to the CFP for more fan bases by introducing an at-large spot.

Eliminate conference tie-ins to bowl games, allowing for more meaningful matchups.

Fixing the Calendar

Set cornerstone dates, including an end date of Jan. 1.

Move Army-Navy game to Week 0 to kick off the season.

Establish a single transfer portal window in May after spring ball.

Scheduling

Create an aligned scheduled format with a 9-1-2 format.

Increase the number of games between Power 4 conference opponents.

Centralize the scheduling process to ensure fairness.

Implement a non-conference game draw based on previous conference standings.

Player Rights and Movement

Establish a collective bargaining agreement with players.

Create a clear distinction between NIL and revenue-sharing.

Require all agents to be registered.

Limit players to one transfer during their undergraduate degree.

On-Field Rules

Implement tiered targeting penalties, distinguishing between unintentional and malicious hits.

Narrow the hash marks to open up the field and make the game more exciting.

Nationalize officiating and create a more consistent gameday experience.

Eliminate touchbacks when a player fumbles the ball out of the end zone before reaching the goal line.

These changes aim to protect players, programs, and fans while elevating the prestige of the game. By addressing key issues like the CFP format, bowl structure, player movement, and on-field rules, Joel Klatt believes college football can continue to thrive and inspire fans for generations to come.