I’ve never liked the idea of 12 teams. Not only is it too many, in my opinion, but it requires byes which I HATE. This isn’t the NFL, every single game matters in college football for a team trying to contend. Giving the top 4 programs an additional advantage of rest will probably lock out any underdog from actually winning. The Bamas and Ohio States already have all the best recruits and deepest pockets, now they get an extra advantage at the end of the season for their reputation, it’s definitely worse for the sport.
4 is better than 12. 8 makes the most sense. And if you need more, my idea:
10 teams
6 top conference champs
4 at large play-in (to make up for missing/losing conference title game)
Anyway I’m sure after a couple seasons I’ll be used to it but for the indefinite future the playoff debate will continue.