Business Wars College Football Wars | The Fumble | 3
Jun 12, 2024
Delve into the intense rivalry among Power 5 conferences as the College Football Playoff reshapes the landscape. The podcast highlights the contrasting fortunes of the thriving Big Ten and the struggling Pac-12, burdened by its history. Amidst a pandemic, leadership struggles emerge, while the ambitious new Pac-12 Commissioner aims to revitalize the conference. Anticipate shifting alliances as Texas and Oklahoma contemplate moves, changing the dynamics of college football. It's a fascinating look at the future of collegiate athletics!
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First CFP Championship
- The first College Football Playoff Championship game between Oregon and Ohio State was a major draw, with high viewership and advertising revenue.
- This marked college football's evolution into a primetime event.
Pac-12 Falling Behind
- The Pac-12's rivals capitalized on the new College Football Playoff's popularity.
- This allowed them to secure larger media rights deals, creating growing unease among Pac-12 colleges.
Big Ten's Media Deal Win
- Big Ten Commissioner Jim Delaney secured a $2.64 billion media rights deal over six years.
- This deal positioned the Big Ten as the financial leader in college football, outpacing other conferences like the SEC and Pac-12.