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The SEC will end its tradition of late‑November non‑conference “cupcake” games, replacing them with intra‑conference contests as part of a nine‑game schedule aimed at boosting playoff résumés and reducing scheduling conflicts.
The future of the College Football Playoff hangs in the balance as the Big Ten champions a 24‑team format, the SEC remains skeptical, and financial stakes reshape the conversation.
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.
Louisiana’s baseball squad, fresh off a Sun Belt runner‑up finish, prepares for its first NCAA tournament test in Starkville, where it will meet Cincinnati, Mississippi State and Lipscomb in a high‑stakes bracket.
Mike Elko contends that coaches, conferences and networks push playoff formats that serve their own ambitions, making unified leadership unlikely.
Recent comments from Texas and South Carolina coaches shed light on the financial scale of SEC football programs, revealing private estimates of roster budgets and the impact of new revenue‑sharing rules.
With 100 days until the season opener against Arkansas‑Pine Bluff, Missouri confronts uncertainty at key positions while seeking to preserve its competitive edge.
Texas A&M coach Mike Elko dismisses coach opinions on playoff expansion, urging focus on making qualification tougher, while SEC chief Greg Sankey signals support for a 16‑team format
The push to enlarge the College Football Playoff is being shaped by competing conference proposals and the personal stakes of coaches facing uncertain futures.
At spring meetings in Florida, the SEC debates a shift to 16‑ or 24‑team College Football Playoff formats, with Smart warning against long gaps and Sankey rejecting a tournament mindset.
At the SEC Spring Meetings, Georgia Bulldogs head coach Kirby Smart voiced concerns that rising football budgets could undermine smaller athletic programs and the broader culture of college sports.
During the SEC’s spring meetings, emerging coaches and commissioner Greg Sankey weighed the implications of expanding the College Football Playoff, raising questions about tradition, revenue and competitive balance.
During a recent SEC gathering, Texas A&M head coach Mike Elko laid bare the governance void in college sports, warning that the NIL budget could soon outstrip TV money and questioning the wisdom of a 24‑team playoff.
With 100 days until the Tigers' first game against Arkansas‑Pine Bluff, uncertainty surrounds star running back Ahmad Hardy's return, the emergence of left‑handed quarterback Austin Simmons, and the health of right‑tackle Josh Atkins, while new coaching hires and a flood of portal transfers reshape the squad.
Coach Kalen DeBoer reflects on Alabama's recent College Football Playoff run and the debate over expanding the tournament.
Alabama's head coach and the SEC commissioner share insights on the value of the championship game, the team's physical challenges, and the league's commitment to a centralized showcase.
Alabama’s head coach Kalen DeBoer says winning games matters more than the number of teams in the College Football Playoff, aiming to secure a spot through on‑field results while the SEC adopts a nine‑game conference slate.
At the SEC's annual gathering in Destin, Florida, Texas Longhorns head coach Steve Sarkisian voiced strong opposition to further expansion of the College Football Playoff, warning that adding more teams could dilute the on‑field product.
Ahmad Hardy, the Missouri running back who led the SEC in rushing last season, is recovering after being shot in the leg while leaving a concert in Mississippi. His coach notes there are no established return‑to‑play protocols for such injuries.
After a 17‑year absence, the Nebraska baseball team will host an NCAA Regional at Hawks Field, facing South Dakota State, Ole Miss and Arizona State, with a strong chance to advance to the College World Series.
Hosting the NCAA Regional as the No. 8 overall seed, the Gators hope to translate their strong pitching and hitting into a historic run.
The Gators host an NCAA Regional in Gainesville, aiming for a tenth College World Series appearance while battling home‑field challenges and showcasing a potent offense.
The Rebels and Sun Devils meet in Nebraska on May 29th, each bringing distinct strengths that could shape the game’s narrative.
At the spring meetings, SEC commissioner Greg Sankey said no vote will be taken on expanding the playoff this year, emphasizing the need for careful analysis and the risk of diluting the regular season.