I knew this Mailbag question was coming: Is the massive success so far of the bigger World Cup a sign that I (and 85 percent of the public) are wrong about the 24-team CFP idea? Free column.

Stewart Mandel@slmandel

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I knew this Mailbag question was coming: Is the massive success so far of the bigger World Cup a sign that I (and 85 percent of the public) are wrong about the 24-team CFP idea? Free column.

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Is the World Cup a case for College Football Playoff expansion? Is this Notre Dame’s year? (Gift Article)

The expanded 48-team World Cup has seen some great stories and upsets, but the comparison to the CFP doesn't stand.

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