Congress Eyes sweeping overhaul of college football amid SEC‑Big Ten resistance
A new bipartisan bill aims to reshape college athletics, but faces stiff opposition from the SEC and Big Ten, whose influence could decide its fate.
Jun 23, 2026
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Georgia Athletic Director Josh Brooks Leads Program Amid Rising Success
From a football‑centric background to championing every sport, Josh Brooks is reshaping the University of Georgia's athletics landscape while taking a stand on ethical issues.
Jun 22, 2026
Tim Walton’s Championship Legacy Fuels Oklahoma’s Pursuit of a Historic Title
Veteran coach Tim Walton, an Olympic champion and two‑time Women’s College World Series winner, expresses confidence in the Oklahoma Sooners baseball team as they near a historic title, recalling his own 1994 victory and the mentors who shaped his career.
Jun 21, 2026
Coaches Advocate 24‑Team College Football Playoff Expansion
Michigan coach Kyle Whittingham and Ohio State’s Ryan Day have voiced support for expanding the College Football Playoff to 24 teams, citing greater access and revenue potential, as conference leaders debate the format’s financial and competitive implications.
Jun 19, 2026
College Football Playoff Expansion Debate Stalls Over Financial Uncertainties
Leaders from the SEC, Big 12 and ACC presented divergent visions for a larger postseason, while Rich Clark urged caution and a data‑driven decision before any change takes effect.
Jun 18, 2026
College Football Playoff Expansion Talks Stall Over Format and Financial Concerns
Leaders from major conferences gather to weigh a larger postseason, but divergent visions and logistical hurdles keep consensus at bay.
Jun 18, 2026
College Football Playoff Expansion Talks Continue Amid Strategic and Betting Challenges
Recent discussions among college football's top conferences explored expanding the playoff, while a quarterback's betting scandal added a layer of complexity to the sport's off‑field landscape.
Jun 18, 2026
College Football Playoff Expansion Talks Move Toward 16‑or 24‑Team Format
A recent meeting of college football’s top administrators explored expanding the playoff to sixteen or twenty‑four teams, highlighting divergent conference preferences, potential revenue shifts and the need for further analysis before any decision is made.
Jun 18, 2026
College Football Playoff Expansion Debated as Leaders Seek Broader Format
Rich Clark says the discussions are healthy but inconclusive, with conference leaders weighing a 16‑team model championed by the SEC against a 24‑team proposal favored by the Big 12 and ACC, while also addressing player eligibility and the upcoming September session.
Jun 17, 2026
College Football Playoff Expands: Leaders Weigh 16‑Team vs 24‑Team Future
Top college football officials gathered to discuss widening the playoff format, weighing financial implications and logistical challenges while also addressing player eligibility issues.
Jun 17, 2026
College Football Playoff Expansion Discussed at Key Meeting
College football power brokers convened in Denver to explore a possible expansion of the playoff, weighing financial, scheduling and venue considerations while signaling divergent conference preferences.
Jun 17, 2026
The Four Villains Shaping the 2026 College Football Narrative
College football media personality Josh Pate has identified the top four villains to watch in the 2026 season, spotlighting Texas Tech, the Texas Longhorns, Lane Kiffin and SEC commissioner Greg Sankey.
Jun 17, 2026
College Football Playoff Eyes Major Expansion Amid Strategic Debate
Leaders gathered in Denver to discuss a potential overhaul of the postseason, weighing financial, scheduling and wellness implications before a December deadline.
Jun 17, 2026
Brendan Sorsby’s Eligibility Battle Ends in NFL Draft Move
A series of legal challenges surrounding Texas Tech quarterback Brendan Sorsby culminated in his withdrawal from college football and entry into the NFL Supplemental Draft, straining relations with the Big 12 Conference and raising financial and legal concerns.
Jun 17, 2026
SEC Preseason Rankings: Who’s Overrated, Who’s Underrated?
The SEC enters the 2025 season with a stacked slate of teams, from Georgia’s No. 2 preseason spot to Auburn’s sleeper potential, while quarterback eligibility battles loom large.
Jun 10, 2026
NCAA, Power Conferences Sued Over NIL Earnings Suppression
A class‑action lawsuit filed by USC linebacker Talanoa Ili and former Stanford quarterback Charlie Mirer alleges that the NCAA, major conferences and the College Sports Commission conspired to limit name, image and likeness earnings, asking a court to suspend the NIL Go vetting system.
Jun 9, 2026
SEC eyes its own playoff as realignment talks intensify
The Southeastern Conference is exploring a league‑run championship and re‑evaluating its role in the College Football Playoff, while new coaching hires and recruiting strategies set the stage for a competitive season.
Jun 8, 2026
Coaches and Commissioners Clash Over College Football Playoff Expansion Plans
A heated discussion over expanding the College Football Playoff has brought conference leaders, coaches and broadcasters into sharp focus, with revenue and scheduling at the heart of the debate.
Jun 4, 2026
The SEC’s Breakaway Dream and the Big Ten’s Tight Race
A look at how the SEC's push for independence, the Big Ten's emerging contenders, and pending federal legislation could reshape the sport's power structure.
Jun 3, 2026
SEC’s Sankey Stands Firm as Big Ten Outshines Conference in Playoff Battles
SEC Commissioner Greg Sankey insists the conference remains the best despite the Big Ten's three‑year streak of national titles and playoff victories. A closer look at the data, coaching shifts, and the influence of NIL and transfer rules reveals a complex landscape.
Jun 2, 2026
Bipartisan Senate Bill Proposes Federal Oversight of College Sports
Senators Ted Cruz and Maria Cantwell have introduced legislation that would cap athlete compensation and restrict coaching moves, igniting a debate over federal intervention in college athletics.
Jun 2, 2026
Georgia’s 2026 SEC Opener Against Arkansas Sparks Scheduling Controversy
Georgia’s 2026 schedule pits the Bulldogs against Arkansas in a much‑discussed early‑season SEC game, with Arkansas’ athletic director criticizing the 11 a.m. CT start time and new coach Ryan Silverfield reviving past controversies.
Jun 2, 2026
Georgia Baseball Ejects Coach and Player, Advances to Super Regionals as SEC Eyes Playoff Expansion
Georgia’s baseball team overcame ejections to win its regional, setting up a super regional showdown and drawing attention to the SEC’s playoff ambitions.
Jun 1, 2026
Predicting the Next Five College Football National Champions
An analysis of the projected champions from 2026 through 2030, highlighting the rise of the Big Ten and the shifting balance of power.
May 31, 2026