After ACC and others throw support behind 24-team CFP, the ball is now in the SEC's court
The ACC and others back a 24-team CFP, awaiting SEC's decision.
The Kansas City Chiefs are expected to dominate the national spotlight in 2026 despite a disappointing season. However, four matchups, including games against the Raiders and Cardinals, should not be featured in primetime due to lack of intrigue.
The matchups against the Las Vegas Raiders, Arizona Cardinals, New York Jets, and Miami Dolphins are deemed unsuitable for primetime.
Despite historical significance, the Raiders are not seen as legitimate contenders, making the rivalry less compelling for a national audience.
The Cardinals lack direction as a franchise, and the matchup does not present enough excitement to warrant a national broadcast.
The Dolphins are in a transitional phase with new players, and their previous explosive identity has faded, making them less appealing for primetime games.
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The Falcons were close to making the official list. Thereâs enough talent there to become interesting eventually, but it still doesnât quite feel like a matchup that demands the primetime stage â at least not yet.
The Chiefs are still going to live in primetime because Mahomes guarantees eyeballs. That part isnât changing anytime soon. But the NFL schedule works best when primetime games actually feel *big*. Kansas City has several matchups this season that deserve the national spotlight. These four simply donât feel like they belong in that category.