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The Atlantic Coast Conference has formally endorsed the Big Ten’s plan to expand the College Football Playoff to 24 teams, citing fairness for championship‑contending programs and the need to broaden postseason opportunities.
The Atlantic Coast Conference has aligned with the Big Ten in advocating a 24‑team playoff, citing the need to include more teams that contend for titles and to justify growing football investments. The proposal comes as the SEC pushes a 16‑team alternative and the current 12‑team format will persist through the 2026‑27 season.
Alabama relief pitcher Hagan Banks earns a place on the 2026 SEC Baseball Community Service Team for his extensive volunteer work in Tuscaloosa and Birmingham.
Jayden Duplantier, a University of Texas student-athlete, was selected for the 2026 SEC Community Service Team, highlighting his extensive contributions to community service, voter registration, and inclusive outreach.
Senior infielder Keegan Knutson was selected to the 2026 SEC Baseball Community Service Team, acknowledging 38 hours of volunteer service and key on‑field contributions.
Georgia’s historic season continues as star players chase milestones and the team prepares for a pivotal series that could shape the NCAA landscape.
Leaders from the Atlantic Coast Conference and the Big 12 say a 24‑team playoff could level the field for Power Four conferences, guarantee automatic bids and generate new revenue streams while addressing scheduling pressures.
Vanderbilt's 19-year streak of NCAA Regional appearances is in jeopardy as the team's performance this season raises doubts about an at-large bid.
Texas will host Ohio State on Sept. 12 and travel to College Station for the Lone Star Showdown on Nov. 27, both games airing on ABC and featuring ESPN’s flagship pre‑game show.
A disputed pitch led to the ejection of Texas A&M’s head coach, prompting the SEC to adopt automated strike‑zone technology for its tournament, echoing Major League Baseball’s 2020 rollout.
Ranked No. 12 with a 38-14 record, Mississippi State fights to secure a regional hosting slot while navigating a critical series against Texas A&M and a shifting national seed landscape.
Florida State and Georgia have called off their scheduled home-and-home series for the 2027 and 2028 seasons, a move driven by the tightening grip of conference schedules and the looming College Football Playoff implications.
Texas Tech will host New Mexico on September 18, 2027, after North Carolina State withdrew, with a $1.2 million guarantee and ongoing searches for additional opponents.
Texas head coach Steve Sarkisian criticizes the College Football Playoff committee’s transparency and questions its ability to evaluate an expanded field, while financial incentives push the sport toward a 24‑team format.
SEC Commissioner Greg Sankey argues for a 16‑team College Football Playoff, contrasting with the Big Ten’s 24‑team proposal, while scheduling reforms and political interference add new layers to the conversation.
SEC Commissioner Greg Sankey explains his role in the Charles Bediako lawsuit, the broader implications for NCAA eligibility, and the need for clearer rules amid growing frustration from coaches and players.
Freshman outfielder Blaize Ward earns his second SEC Co-Freshman of the Week honor after a .462 performance that helped the Tigers sweep Vanderbilt and solidify his place as a top offensive threat.
With a 13‑14 conference record and a tie for tenth, the Vols' final games against Oklahoma could determine whether they secure a top‑eight seed and a coveted bye in the SEC Tournament.