What Joey McGuire, others believe needs to change in college football

College football is undergoing significant changes, with ongoing debates about the timing and structure of the season. Texas Tech head coach Joey McGuire has proposed starting the season earlier to have a national champion crowned by January 1. This suggestion includes moving bowl games to the season's start, potentially creating high-profile matchups, akin to college basketball tournaments.

The College Football Playoff format is also under scrutiny, with calls to expand it by at least four more teams to alleviate fan frustration. Additionally, the transfer portal's timing is contentious, as it currently opens in the midst of postseason play, complicating recruiting efforts. While former Alabama coach Nick Saban suggests shifting the portal window to May, Oregon's Dan Lanning emphasizes that successful adaptation is crucial.

These discussions are set against a backdrop of other recent changes, such as the College Football Playoff's inception in 2014, the transfer portal's introduction in 2018, and the 2022 rule allowing athletes to profit from their name