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Steve Sarkisian Warns College Football’s Money Boom Is Becoming Dangerous

Steve Sarkisian warned at the Southeastern Conference Spring Meetings that exploding NIL spending and “Playoff-or-bust” pressure are creating major problems across college football. The Texas Longhorns football coach said billions of dollars are now tied to playoff selection and questioned whether programs are spending wisely. Sarkisian also pushed for stronger financial guardrails around NIL and roster-building to prevent reckless spending.

By Sauvik Banerjee

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Expanded College Football Playoff Could Threaten Heisman Ceremony Tradition

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Expanded College Football Playoff Could Threaten Heisman Ceremony Tradition

Expansion of the College Football Playoff could create scheduling issues for the iconic Heisman Trophy ceremony. Former winner Eric Crouch warned there’s concern finalists may eventually skip the event because of playoff commitments. Heisman officials are already planning upgrades, including a Friday night event and expanded red-carpet coverage, but growing playoff games and TV ratings could ultimately reshape the tradition.

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Mike Elko Calls Out Selfish Thinking in College Football Playoff Expansion Debate

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Mike Elko Calls Out Selfish Thinking in College Football Playoff Expansion Debate

“What does Mike Elko want? 40. Then I won’t get fired,” the Texas A&M coach joked while criticizing the College Football Playoff expansion debate. He added, “It’s ok to make it hard to get to the playoff,” before taking a broader shot at decision-makers: “None of us are answering for the good of the sport. We’re answering for the good of ourselves.”

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Marcus Freeman Draws Early NFL Buzz Around New York Jets

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Marcus Freeman Draws Early NFL Buzz Around New York Jets

Freeman is already drawing fresh NFL speculation, with Jason La Canfora reporting the Jets could emerge as a landing spot if Aaron Glenn struggles in his second season. Freeman recently admitted he explored an NFL opportunity before deciding he “wasn’t ready to let go” of Notre Dame. The Fighting Irish coach has gone 43-12 and reached the national championship game during his tenure.

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SEC Remains Lone Power Conference Resisting 24-Team CFP

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SEC Remains Lone Power Conference Resisting 24-Team CFP

The SEC remains hesitant about expanding the CFP to 24 teams while other power conferences push for growth. Commissioner Greg Sankey warned that adding too many teams too quickly could reduce the value of the regular season and create more uncompetitive playoff games. Sankey stressed the SEC is still evaluating options but wants to avoid weakening college football’s overall structure.

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SEC Considering Punishment For LSU Coach Lane Kiffin

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SEC Considering Punishment For LSU Coach Lane Kiffin

The Southeastern Conference is reportedly discussing possible punishment for Lane Kiffin after comments he made about recruiting while coaching at Ole Miss Rebels football. Now leading LSU Tigers football, Kiffin referenced concerns some recruits’ families had about moving to Mississippi compared to Louisiana. Although Kiffin later apologized, he maintained the comments reflected what parents told him, not his personal opinion.

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