NFL training camps begin next month, and after that are the preseason and the regular season. Between now and then, teams will make some final moves with trades, cuts or signings, although most will be small moves or final roster cuts in August.
He thinks they should trade pass rusher Josh Sweat.
Sweat was connected to former coach Jonathan Gannon after playing for him in Philadelphia, but the Cardinals fired Gannon in January. Meanwhile, the Cardinals have almost no chance of contending this season given the quality of their three division rivals and the questions they have at quarterback. But they have a chance to turn a player who had 12 sacks last season into a significant 2027 draft pick. A Sweat trade would help any number of playoff contenders.
Sweat would help other teams, especially playoff contenders who need a little extra help off the edge. However, the Cardinals have no sack production off the edge outside of him. Sure, they are going to be bad anyway, but the Cardinals would have to net a really solid pick for a trade to make sense.
We already know the Cardinals have no intentions of trading him, even though there appears to be a level of unhappiness from Sweat. He has three years remaining on his contract and he is arguably their best defensive player.
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A trade might make sense for another team or for Sweat individually, but there is no benefit for the Cardinals to trade him now. Come the trade deadline, they probably will net more than they could now, so it would be a foolish decision to make that move before the season, especially when the rest of the outside linebackers combined for 5.5 sacks in 2025.
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On the pitch, the focus in Germany during Sunday’s FIFA World Cup match was on the national team’s convincing 7–1 victory over Curaçao.
Off the pitch, however, many social media users were fixated on something entirely different: an image of a fan inside the stadium wearing a German shirt, holding a German flag, and bearing a resemblance to Adolf Hitler.
The image was shared across several platforms, amassing millions of views.
This post on X, for example, has garnered more than 3 million views, while this one on Instagram has attracted over 460,000 likes.
Some posts also contained undertones of anti-German sentiment, such as a Reddit postthat sarcastically read: “It’s always awesome to see the fans truly show up to support their team!”
The alleged image of the Hitler look-alike appears to be a screenshot from the television broadcast of the match, complete with a timestamp corresponding to stoppage time in the first half.
This was shortly after Kai Havertz had scored a penalty to make it 3-1 for Germany. The fans were happy and celebrating.
A review of the original broadcast shows the same group of fans celebrating after Havertz’s goal, but with one key difference: the alleged Hitler look-alike is nowhere to be seen.
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Instead, the original footage shows a gray-haired man who bears no resemblance to Hitler.
You can see the clear differences by sliding between the two images shown above: one is the real broadcast (in this case from German public broadcaster ARD on the right side), while the other one is the image manipulated with AI.
It’s important to note that for major sporting events like the World Cup, an official broadcast is produced by the organizing body (in this case, FIFA) and distributed as a central feed to partner broadcasters.
This means the core images are the same across all channels, with only minor elements customized by individual broadcasters.
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Beyond the central broadcast, another clue to the composition of the fan group can be found by examining images from photo agencies accredited to the match.
For example, this photo below by Imago, a Berlin-based agency that frequently covers major sporting events, captures the same group of fans from a different perspective, again, without any Hitler look-alike.
A review of photos taken by photographers accredited to the match shows the same group of fans, but without any Hitler look-alikeImage: Joao Bravo/Sports Press Photo/IMAGO
While it was not possible to verify the exact moment the image was taken based on the metadata provided by the agency, it can nevertheless be considered further evidence that no such figure was part of the group.
2) Is it AI?
A further step in verifying the image’s authenticity is to determine whether it was created or manipulated using artificial intelligence.
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Several AI chatbots now offer the ability to check whether their systems have been used to generate or manipulate an image.
This is possible because such tools embed a digital watermark. It is invisible to the naked eye, but detectable when using the tool to verify content.
OpenAI confirmed its tools were used to generate the fake contentImage: Open AI
A search using OpenAI, the US-based organization behind ChatGPT, indicates that its tools were indeed used to create the image of the Hitler lookalike.
OpenAI’s analysis states that it “found a SynthID watermark that originated from OpenAI.”
A further check using another tool, this time from Google’s Gemini, provides additional clues.
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Google’s Gemini said there was a ‘strong’ indication that the image was digitally alteredImage: Google AI
While it indicates that no Google AI systems were used to manipulate the image, it also notes that “a visual analysis and context check strongly indicate that this image has been digitally altered or generated.”
A third tool, X’s Grok, describes the image as a “classic fake,” responding to a user’s question on X under the viral post.
It adds: “This picture is not real. It’s digitally edited (AI or Photoshop) inserting Adolf Hitler into a 2026 World Cup crowd.”
While these tools should always be used with caution, as they can sometimes make mistakes, in this case three independent tools reached similar conclusions, reinforcing the analysis based on the original footage.
3) Think about the context
While the World Cup is known as a celebratory event that showcases fans and cultures from around the world, a supporter resembling the Nazi dictator who initiated World War II and was the central figure responsible for the Holocaust would likely have caused a major controversy in the stands.
Such an incident would likely have drawn immediate attention from broadcasters or stadium officials. It would also likely have been met with strong disapproval from many German fans in the stadium.
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Moreover, it should be noted that the image shows the alleged Hitler impersonator wearing a German jersey in black, red, and gold. These national colors represent Germany’s democratic tradition and the Federal Republic.
Although right-wing extremists and populists have long attempted to appropriate the colors and the flag for their own purposes, black, red, and gold stand for values that are fundamentally opposed to those of Adolf Hitler and National Socialism.
For Hitler, these colors symbolized what he viewed as a weak parliamentary system, one he ultimately abolished.
This fake image is part of a broader trend of disinformation, much of it generated or manipulated by AI, that has circulated before and during the World Cup.
Dec 25, 2025; Minneapolis, Minnesota, USA; Minnesota Vikings head coach Kevin O’Connell reacts after a play against the Detroit Lions in the first quarter at U.S. Bank Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Matt Krohn-Imagn Images
In T.J. Hockenson, the Vikings appear to have a trade candidate.
The Vikings pass catcher has cooled off in recent years, largely due to recovering from a serious knee injury that ended his 2023 season. He hasn’t been the same player since the dirty hit that sent him to the infirmary for many months. Boasting a new GM, Nolan Teasley, means welcoming a certain degree of change. Quite possibly, the change could manifest itself in moving on from Mr. Hockenson.
Vikings Pass Catcher T.J. Hockenson as a Trade Candidate
A few factors are working against Hockenson.
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The well-paid tight end isn’t an assassin when it comes to scoring. His single-season high for touchdowns comes in at just 6. Worse yet, Hockenson isn’t particularly explosive. Or, at least, he’s not used in a manner where he generates explosive gains. He averaged a measly 8.6 yards per catch last year. Finally, there’s Hockenson’s ability as a blocker, or lack thereof. He has demonstrated improvement but he’s not getting paid meaty money due to being an average blocker.
Already, newcomer Nolan Teasley has been making moves. Some of these decisions have involved front office shuffles but he has made some roster tweaks, as well. More time in the captain’s chair will better equip Teasley to make a major swing, if desired.
Per Over the Cap, T.J. Hockenson carries a $15,605,000 cap charge into the season. That’s a cap hit that arrives after the move to lower his overall compensation but at the cost of setting him free a year early, thereby allowing him to venture into free agency while he’s still in his late-20s.
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Quite possibly, an explosive season will mean being able to land another huge contract before his career is done. Hockenson is working in what is essentially a prove-it year.
Do note, though, that a trade would free $10,250,000 for the Minnesota Vikings. Moreover, a draft pick(s) — think something on Day 3 — would come back, further bolstering the ammunition ahead of the 2027 NFL Draft. More young talent in the pipeline is precisely what these Vikings need, so Teasley will be keen to add picks.
Nov 30, 2025; Seattle, Washington, USA; Minnesota Vikings tight end T.J. Hockenson (87) makes a catch during the second half against the Seattle Seahawks at Lumen Field. Mandatory Credit: Kevin Ng-Imagn Images
Teasley’s decision therefore involves conducting a cost/benefit analysis.
Quite possibly, a team or two will have interest in acquiring T.J. Hockenson. At this stage, the tight end is a steady player who isn’t the fantastic athlete he was back in 2022 and 2023. He is nevertheless a player with a great build alongside soft mitts, allowing him to be a nice companion for a passer in need of another option for the aerial attack.
Teasley’s task involves seeing if the added draft resources and cap space are worth it. Doing so means having an accurate assessment of how much the TE1 will help the Vikings in the upcoming season before deciding on saying goodbye or rallying around the veteran for another year.
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For whatever it’s worth, a new GM often shows less loyalty to players upon entering the mix. Think back to how Kwesi Adofo-Mensah moved on from talents such as Dalvin Cook, Eric Kendricks, Anthony Barr, Patrick Peterson, Adam Thielen, and others after taking over. So, too, could Teasley make some subtractions involving well-paid veterans who aren’t as formidable as in the games of yesteryear.
Minnesota Vikings tight end T.J. Hockenson (87) carries the ball after a reception while defended by Atlanta Falcons safety Billy Bowman Jr. (33) during second-half action on September 14, 2025, at U.S. Bank Stadium in Minneapolis. Hockenson’s ability to gain yards after the catch remained central to Minnesota’s passing attack as the Vikings worked to establish offensive rhythm. Mandatory Credit: Matt Krohn-Imagn Images.
T.J. Hockenson is listed at 6’5″ and 250 pounds. At 28, the tight end still has several years of ball ahead of him, but there are concerns about whether his best days are behind him.
His peak is considered to have been throughout the 1990s and early 2000s, with Jones becoming a four division world champion at middleweight, super middleweight, light heavyweight and even heavyweight.
Speaking to The Ring, he gave that honour to three-weight world champion James Toney.
“James Toney probably had the best defence of all of them. You couldn’t hit him flush; he was so elusive. The hip movement and the shoulder roll made it very difficult to land a clean shot.
He had all the tools, he was hard to hit, he could knock you out at any time. He would be right there in your face and you still couldn’t hit him flush.”
Jones had moved up in weight to 168lbs when he faced Toney in November 1994, claiming a unanimous decision win to secure the IBF super middleweight title and hand ‘Lights Out’ the first loss of his professional career.
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Toney also ruled at middleweight and cruiserweight, and had also become WBA heavyweight champion with a win over John Ruiz in 2005, only for the result to be changed to a no contest after he failed a drugs test.
In the end, Toney finished with 77 wins from his 92 professional fights, with his last outing coming back in May 2017 when he earned a stoppage victory over Mike Sheppard.
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Teboho Mokoena started the game with tears in his eyes and finished it with a smile on his face after converting a second-half penalty in South Africa’s 1-1 draw with the Czech Republic on Thursday at the World Cup.
Thapelo Maseko’s long range shot late in the match caught the hand of Pavel Sulc in the area.
Mokoena, who was caught on camera with tears rolling down his cheeks during the pre-game national anthem, stepped up to the penalty spot and sent his shot low past Czech Republic goalkeeper Matej Kovar in the 83rd minute.
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Michal Sadilek had given the Czechs the lead in the sixth minute at Mercedes-Benz Stadium. Alexandr Sojka played in Sadilek and he slid a shot past goalkeeper Ronwen Williams.
Both teams lost their opening matches, and both knew another setback would seriously hinder their chances of reaching the round of 32.
South Africa faced some strong criticism following its 2-0 loss to co-host Mexico, which raised the prospect of the country extending its run of never having advanced to the knockout phase of a World Cup – even as host in 2010.
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The Czechs lost to South Korea 2-1 in their opening game.
Both teams still have a chance to advance to the round of 32 from Group A. South Africa will next face South Korea on Wednesday, while the Czech Republic will take on Mexico at the same time.
(Only the headline and picture of this report may have been reworked by the Business Standard staff; the rest of the content is auto-generated from a syndicated feed.)
NEW DELHI: One of the most recognisable faces of DR Congo football was missing from the stands when the African nation held Cristiano Ronaldo’s Portugal to a 1-1 draw in their opening World Cup match on Wednesday.Michel Nkuka Mboladinga, better known as Lumumba Vea, could not attend the match in Houston because he is currently undergoing a 21-day quarantine following an Ebola outbreak.Mboladinga has become famous around the football world for his unique support of the DR Congo national team. During the Africa Cup of Nations in 2025, television cameras repeatedly focused on the sharply dressed supporter who would stand perfectly still for entire matches, sometimes for 90 or even 120 minutes.His unusual appearance quickly went viral on social media, with many fans calling him “the statue fan”. Mboladinga’s pose is a tribute to Patrice Lumumba, the first Prime Minister of DR Congo and one of the country’s most important historical figures. His raised arm mirrors the famous Lumumba monument in Kinshasa, while the vintage glasses, tailored suit and rigid posture are all carefully chosen to honour the independence leader.After gaining worldwide attention during AFCON, DR Congo decided to include him as part of their official delegation for the World Cup.However, his quarantine meant he was unable to watch his country’s historic match against Portugal from the stands.His absence was felt by many supporters who had become accustomed to seeing him during DR Congo matches.
There is good news, though. Mboladinga is expected to complete his quarantine in time to attend DR Congo’s next World Cup match against Colombia on June 23.On the field, DR Congo produced one of the surprises of the tournament by holding Portugal to a 1-1 draw.Playing in their first World Cup in 52 years, DR Congo became the second African nation to impress against European opposition after Cape Verde’s goalless draw against Spain earlier in the week.Portugal coach Roberto Martinez admitted his side failed to produce their best performance.“The World Cup is a tournament where this happens,” Martinez said. “At times the performance is not up to the challenge.”In front of a crowd of 68,777 at NRG Stadium, most of whom were supporting Portugal, DR Congo earned the first World Cup point in their history after losing all three of their previous matches in the competition.While the result on the pitch was memorable, many fans will be hoping that when DR Congo face Colombia next, their famous “statue fan” will once again be back in his place in the stands.
Next month, Errol Spence Jr heads Down Under as he ends three years of inactivity and debuts as a super-welterweight against Australian fan-favourite, Tim Tszyu.
Today a ‘USA vs. Australia’ theme has been confirmed for the undercard, as well as a venue for the event.
Whilst Spence-Tszyu was announced a while back, little was known about the fight other than the date of Sunday, July 26, with no other bouts or location being announced, aside from knowledge that it would be in Australia.
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Last month, it was revealed that undefeated two-division world champion, Jermall Charlo (34-0, 23 KOs), would also appear on the bill, for what would be just his third fight since June 2021, looking to announce himself as a threat to the super-middleweight throne.
This morning, No Limit Boxing has unveiled that Charlo will take on Australian super-welterweight champion, Koen Mazoudier (15-4-1, 6 KOs), who will move up two weight divisions for the biggest opportunity of his career.
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July 26 is shaping up to be one of the greatest nights Australian boxing has ever seen.
Meanwhile, continuing the America vs Australia theme, another two-division world champion, Stephen Fulton (23-2, 8 KOs) will take on Australia’s super-featherweight world title hopeful, Liam Wilson (18-3, 10 KOs), who came agonisingly close to dethroning Emanuel Navarrete back in 2023.
Fulton’s last fight took place at ‘lightweight’ on short-notice, after he missed weight ahead of a meeting with O’Shaquie Foster back in December, but the Philadelphian will attempt to make 130lbs once again when he takes on Wilson.
Additionally, away from the style of those fights, Paul Fleming and Ahmad Reda will collide in an all-Australian affair, whilst Paulo Aokuso (10-0, 5 KOs), Callum Peters (7-0, 6 KOs) and Tina Rahimi (0-0) will also appear, against opponents that are yet to be announced.
SEATTLE — Christian Pulisic trained apart from his U.S. teammates on Thursday for the fourth straight day because of his left calf injury, further raising concerns about his availability to face Australia on Friday in Seattle in the Americans’ second World Cup game.
Pulisic started last week’s 4-1 victory over Paraguay, but came off at halftime after feeling stiffness from a calf injury incurred in training. He did not work out with his teammates earlier in the week at their base in Orange County, nor did he Thursday morning at Husky Soccer Stadium on the University of Washington campus.
The Milan winger joined his U.S. teammates for a pre-warmup huddle while wearing a compression sleeve on his calf, then went inside to do individual work in the gym. Ahead of Thursday’s training session, midfielder Weston McKennie said he did not know much about Pulisic’s recovery, but that he hopes he will be able to play.
“I know he really wants to be in, and he’s doing everything that he can, and the staff is doing everything that they can as well,” McKennie said. “But, that’s also another question that’s better to ask him than me.”
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The 27-year-old Pulisic is the most accomplished U.S. player. He helped create an own-goal by Paraguay in the opening minutes last Friday, and assisted on Folarin Balogun’s first of two goals.
His absence could hinder a team coming off its highest-scoring World Cup performance with a wave of momentum. Midfielder Cristian Roldan said the team is aware of the hype around the group and hopes to capitalize.
“What excites me is that the entire world, the entire nation is behind us,” Roldan said. “I think that they enjoyed watching us play, and at the end of the day what we want to do is inspire and motivate the next generation. … We have to build off it, and that’s the truth. We can’t just talk about it: we have to show out against Australia.”
Should Pulisic not be fit to play against the Socceroos, U.S. coach Mauricio Pochettino has a few options to replace him.
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The most likely choices appear to be Brenden Aaronson, a winger who had four goals and five assists for Leeds last season, and Marseille forward Tim Weah, who can impact a game with his speed on either wing.
Pochettino’s other options for offense include Gio Reyna, who scored the Americans’ final goal against Paraguay and has provided moments of dynamic playmaking from the wing. Sebastian Berhalter came on at halftime for Pulisic in the opener, while starting midfielder Malik Tillman raised his already impressive game in Pulisic’s absence.
McKennie is hopeful the U.S. won’t have to turn to its reserves to replace Pulisic, and that he can continue to keep his head up during his recovery.
“I think mentally he’s great,” McKennie said. “I think it’s really hard for someone’s mental game to be messed up in these types of conditions in U.S. soccer, and all the guys around, we’re a big family. So, we’re always there to pick someone up if they’re down, and excel them even further if they’re not. So, I think he’s doing good mentally.”
John Stones was the surprise starter at the heart of England’s defence in the 4-2 win over Croatia, with the man who has effectively replaced him at Manchester City, Marc Guehi, only a substitute in the World Cup opener
John Stones was not the only England player to “suffer” in their World Cup opener, as the outgoing Manchester City centre-half got the nod to kick off the tournament in the starting lineup.
But Three Lions defender Stones struggled against Croatia in the 4-2 win in Dallas, and looked like his lack of game time at club level had caught up with him.
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It felt like England were given a timely reminder of Marc Guehi’s quality even though City’s January signing was only used as a late substitute. Stones and his defensive partner, Aston Villa’s Ezri Konsa, were exposed at times and Guehi is surely a strong candidate to start England’s next game against Ghana on Tuesday.
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But England boss Thomas Tuchel insists it was not just Stones who struggled but other players too because of the energy-sapping conditions in Dallas and demands of a high-pressure game in a tournament.
Tuchel said: “Some players suffered because it was quite hot and humid and the game was very intense. That would be no surprise. I think he had cramps in both legs in the end because it was intense. We saw the numbers already. They really put a shift in.
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“The players said it was quite humid and difficult to digest it so I think John was just like everyone else … Everyone was very tired in the dressing-room, which I like because then know that you did something. And we need this.
“Overcoming the tough moments. Stick together, then you get punished. But you have a reaction, twice. And yeah, it was a difficult moment to concede for 2-2 but again we came, we got the third lead and then finally we could finish the game because we created a lot.”
Declan Rice finished the game with a sore back but is expected to be fit to face Ghana while Harry Kane also had a strapping on one leg but insisted afterwards he felt in good shape.
Whether those pair are joined in the starting lineup in Boston by Stones again, or whether Guehi gets the nod, remains to be seen.
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With Tuchel’s penchant for keeping his cards close to his chest and not telling his players his starting lineup until the morning of a match, both must simply wait and see.
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The bipartisan Protect College Sports Act cleared the Senate Commerce Committee 19-9 on Thursday, marking the first time a college sports reform bill has advanced this far in the Senate and setting up a potential floor vote before the August recess.
Committee Chairman Ted Cruz (R-Texas) and Ranking Member Maria Cantwell (D-Wash.), who co-wrote the legislation with Sens. Eric Schmitt (R-Mo.) and Chris Coons (D-Del.), have been pushing to get the bill to President Trump’s desk this summer. Trump urged Congress in early June to pass it “this summer,” and Cruz has said he wants it done before the fall season kicks off.
After Thursday’s vote, Cruz told reporters that Senate Majority Leader John Thune “intends” to bring the Protect College Sports Act to the Senate floor, and Cruz believes that will happen in July, according to Yahoo Sports. The Senate’s scheduled summer recess runs from Aug. 10 through Sept. 11, leaving a narrow window to reach the 60 votes needed for passage.
The bill would establish the first comprehensive federal framework for college athletics, codifying NIL rights into law, replacing the current state-by-state patchwork with a single national standard. It sets a five-year eligibility window beginning at age 19 or high school graduation, guarantees athletes one transfer without losing eligibility and requires a second transfer to sit out a year with limited exceptions, caps agent fees at 5% and gives athletes a private right of action to sue schools over NIL rights, health and safety standards and scholarship protections.
The biggest revenue play: an amendment to the Sports Broadcasting Act of 1961 that would allow schools to voluntarily pool and jointly negotiate their media rights, similar to the NFL’s model. Proponents say that could generate an additional $4 to $8 billion for college athletics, money backers want directed toward women’s and Olympic sports. The bill also bans the formation of a super conference, effectively blocking any potential SEC-Big Ten breakaway league.
More than 20 conferences, including the ACC and the Big 12, representing 228 colleges across 46 states, have publicly backed the legislation, along with the NFL, NFLPA, NBPA and the U.S. Olympic and Paralympic Committee.
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“Today’s vote is a powerful statement to the growing bipartisan support for targeted intervention from Congress to stabilize college sports’ transfer, eligibility and agent rules,” NCAA president Charlie Baker said in a statement. “The NCAA looks forward to building on this important development to pass the most effective bill for all 550,000 student-athletes.”
Big Ten, SEC still not on board
The two most powerful conferences in college football remain opposed. In a joint statement released Thursday morning, the Big Ten and SEC said that despite “sustained engagement and good faith efforts,” their critical revisions to the bill had not been accepted.
“From the outset, we identified a set of essential revisions to the PCSA necessary for the long-term sustainability of college athletics,” the statement read. “We have worked with both majority and minority staff to advance those revisions, which focus on better supporting student-athletes and stabilizing the college sports environment. We continue to believe revisions are needed to secure our support for the bill.”
The conferences said they are “encouraged that several Commerce Committee members share our concerns” and pledged to keep pushing for changes.
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Their core objections center on the media-pooling provision, which SEC commissioner Greg Sankey has warned could expose the SEC to lawsuits and effectively force the conference out of the College Football Playoff if non-pooling schools are excluded from postseason play. The Big Ten holds a major deal with CBS and FOX; the SEC is locked into an exclusive agreement with ESPN. The private right of action provision — which both conferences called too broad — also remained intact in the final markup version.
On a teleconference with reporters, New York Yankees president Randy Levine, a leader on President Trump’s college sports committee, urged opponents of the bill to “come back into the tent with us and the Senate to work through all of the problems you have because this is the last, best effort. If this does not go forward, there will be nothing that goes forward …”
Sen. Tommy Tuberville (R-Ala.), a former college football coach who spent 14 seasons in the SEC at Ole Miss and Auburn, went to the Senate floor Tuesday to announce his opposition.
“Two weeks ago, my colleagues here rolled out a bipartisan bill that aims to fix some of these problems,” Tuberville said. “I respect the work that they put into it. I know it all too well. I know they’re trying to solve a serious and very, very hard problem. It’s almost impossible. But I think their bill goes too far.
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“Trust me, if I thought it’d work, I’d support it. Unfortunately, it gets too deep into the businesses of universities, conferences and athletics departments while doing far too little to give the student-athlete the stability and clarity that, actually, they need.”
What the amendments changed
The most significant revision ahead of Thursday’s markup strengthened protections for non-revenue and Olympic sports. Under the amended bill, any Division I school reporting at least $80 million in annual athletic revenue must maintain current scholarship and roster levels for women’s and Olympic sports at or above the 2024-25 levels. The earlier version applied that requirement only to schools that opted into media rights pooling; the amendment extends it to all large-revenue programs regardless of whether they opted in.
Senators also pushed for language restricting mid-season coaching changes, a debate sparked in part by Lane Kiffin’s move from Ole Miss to LSU while the Rebels were still alive in last season’s College Football Playoff.
The bill now faces its biggest test. A Senate floor vote requires 60 votes in a chamber with 53 Republicans, making bipartisan support essential.
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