Greg Sankey opened SEC football media days by discussing the complex dynamics within college sports, asserting that SEC decisions influence the entire Football Bowl Subdivision. He advocated for expanding NCAA Tournaments, stressing that college basketball evolves and necessitates exploration of expansion. Sankey also addressed the SCORE Act, which proposes antitrust protections for college sports. He confirmed that SEC teams compete against Power Four opponents and provided insights into the governance of the College Football Playoff, indicating future decisions will significantly involve the SEC and Big Ten, requiring wisdom in their leadership.
Greg Sankey emphasized that any decisions made within the SEC have a broad impact on the entire Football Bowl Subdivision, affecting schools from Ohio State to Kennesaw State.
Sankey expressed strong support for the expansion of both the men's and women's NCAA Tournaments, arguing that in the ever-evolving realm of college basketball, tournament expansion should be considered.
He discussed the SCORE Act, highlighting its bipartisan support and the proposed antitrust protections aimed at aiding college sports, advocating for patience with the transitions in revenue-sharing models.
Regarding the College Football Playoff, Sankey noted that despite discussions, a memorandum of understanding indicates the SEC and Big Ten will maintain significant decision-making power from 2026 onward.
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