On today’s episode of Longshore and McKnight, John and Barry break down the SEC and Big Ten’s push for a 14- or 16-team College Football Playoff expansion, which could give the two power conferences majority control over revenue and format decisions.
They discuss a Yahoo Sports report revealing a memorandum of understanding that grants the SEC and Big Ten a dominant share of CFP revenue, while the ACC and Big 12 reluctantly accept smaller portions. A potential permanent SEC-Big Ten scheduling alliance could lead to the elimination of traditional non-conference rivalries, such as Florida-Florida State. ESPN’s $1.3 billion annual CFP deal and the growing financial divide in college football underscore the increasing influence of these two conferences over the sport’s future.
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The hosts also revisit Auburn’s 94-85 win over Alabama, emphasizing Auburn’s defensive dominance and Alabama’s struggles from three-point range. They analyze Alabama’s difficult road ahead and its chances of holding onto a No. 1 NCAA Tournament seed.
The fan atmosphere at Coleman Coliseum comes under scrutiny after reports of object-throwing, vulgar chants, and controversial player interactions postgame. Guest analysts Brian Matthews and Travis Ryer provide insight into SEC basketball’s rise in national prominence. The episode also features discussions on NIL’s impact on revenue distribution and Auburn’s upcoming SEC matchups.
