The Big Ten commissioner has been outspoken in his belief when it comes to a new format for the College Football Playoff. And he has grounds to stand on with two straight titles.

Big Ten Commissioner Tony Petitti delivered his state-of-the-conference address Tuesday at Big Ten Football Media Days in Las Vegas, highlighting the conference's 13 national championships (two by Penn State) its nine other NCAA finalists. He also noted that the Big Ten played in eight of the 11 College Football Playoff games last season.

Big Ten's Tony Petitti confirms sending NCAA letter on Michigan's Connor Stalions case at media days, calls for faster resolution in ongoing saga.

Curt Cignetti opened Big Ten Media Days with a fun-filled shot at the SEC's scheduling philosophy, which accurately captured the overarching message from commissioner Tony Petitti and Big Ten coaches.

Curt Cignetti didn’t shy away from criticism over his scheduling decisions at Big Ten Media Days. Instead, he took a bold shot at the SEC’s approach and made it clear Indiana is playing by a new set of rules.

Curt Cignetti's press conference at Big Ten football media days weighed in on trending topics: schedule changes, College Football Playoff format, play-ins and more.

Penn State’s James Franklin was named preseason coach of the year, garnering 10 votes of the 25 votes. Illinois’ Bret Bielema finished second with nine votes, followed by Ohio State’s Ryan Day (3), Michigan’s Sherrone Moore (2) and Oregon’s Dan Lanning (1).