How much movement is expected with the number of Texas teams earning a playoff bid?

Hardin-Simmons is the No. 2 seed and earned a bye in the first round.

The Wildcats can record the most DI wins in program history against SFA next week.

UMHB and HSU could have more Texas teams open for nonconference games next season.

The War Hawks are one victory away from the most wins in a season since 2012.

The Cowboys earned their second consecutive American Southwest Conference title.

The NCAA Division III tournament expanding to 40 teams was one of many offseason adjustments to the playoff format.

How will the ASC determine its automatic bid if UMHB and HSU end the season tied?

At least 16 Texas teams retain hopes to make the playoffs in 2024.