Coaches Warn of Financial Arms Race in College Sports
Amid rising budgets and NIL deals, college leaders debate the sustainability of football‑driven funding for other sports.
May 28, 2026
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Razorbacks Announce 2026 Kickoff Times
Arkansas has revealed the start times for its first three games of the 2026 season, emphasizing a fan‑first approach under new head coach Ryan Silverfield.
May 27, 2026
SEC Announces End of Late‑Season ‘Cupcake’ Games Starting 2027
The SEC will drop non‑conference games in the final week of the regular season beginning in 2027, a move championed by commissioner Greg Sankey and athletic directors seeking higher‑quality matchups.
May 27, 2026
Coaches’ Self‑Interest Shapes College Football Playoff Debate, Says Texas A&M’s Mike Elko
Texas A&M coach Mike Elko argues that coaches, conferences and networks push playoff formats that serve their own agendas, making a unified leadership structure improbable.
May 27, 2026
Coaches’ Self‑Interest Shapes College Football Playoff Debate, Says Texas A&M’s Mike Elko
Mike Elko contends that coaches, conferences and networks push playoff formats that serve their own ambitions, making unified leadership unlikely.
May 27, 2026
Kentucky Coach Mark Pope Defends His Program Amid Social Media Criticism
Coach Mark Pope addresses fan bitterness on social media, acknowledging the deep passion of Kentucky supporters while reflecting on a season marked by injuries, a 14‑loss record and early NCAA Tournament exit.
May 27, 2026
SEC Eyes Independent Path Amid NCAA Friction
The Southeastern Conference is exploring a split from the NCAA to run its own rules, playoffs and enforcement, leveraging its financial clout and media dominance.
May 26, 2026
SEC’s Greg Sankey Stands Alone Against 24‑Team College Football Playoff
The future of the College Football Playoff hangs in the balance as conference leaders negotiate a new format that could double the number of teams, with SEC Commissioner Greg Sankey emerging as the chief opponent.
May 26, 2026
SEC Commissioner Greg Sankey Stands Firm Against 24‑Team Playoff Expansion
Greg Sankey's opposition to a 24‑team College Football Playoff highlights a deepening rift among major conferences.
May 26, 2026