CFP to stay at 4 teams:
https://www.cbssports.com/college-football/news/college-football-playoff-expansion-on-hold-current-four-team-format-will-remain-until-at-least-2026/
I feel you are pretty much spot on with your take. And honestly I am ready to give Wentz another crack at it.
As far as Irsay I do believe his "noise" is just built up frustration as to how the season played out. Hopefully level heads prevail.