Schools
Quarterfinal playoff picks with H&R's Will Foley, Justin Conn and Boomtown's Aric Lee
By Samantha Verdi
College football needs a second playoff. Yes, schools are considering it
Maria Chen
Maria Chen
Reporter · Decatur, IL
With a degree in Community Development from the University of Illinois, Maria has dedicated her 4 years of reporting to local grassroots movements and community engagement. Previously at the Champaign-Urbana News-Gazette, she brings a deep knowledge of local cultures and neighborhoods.
More from Maria →Reporter · Friday, November 13, 2026 at 6:30 PM · 1 min read
A 24-team playoff is coming in college football, and it’s never been clearer that one playoff isn’t enough.
About This Story
Local news from Decatur Current
Coverage Area
Decatur, Illinois
Section
Schools
Published
Friday, November 13, 2026
Reading Time
1 min
Up nextQuarterfinal playoff picks with H&R's Will Foley, Justin Conn and Boomtown's Aric LeeSchools · 1 min read
More Schools stories
Schools
Arcola school board unanimously votes to transition football to 8-man level
By Charlie Lee
Schools
Quarterfinal high school football preview: Decatur-area games to watch
By Aisha Robinson
Schools
LISTEN: DPS High School update with Principals Cordell Ingram and Dr. Mistie Rodriguez
By James T. Holloway